Pazo Barrantes 2020
THE ALBARINO YOU CAN'T GO WRONG WITH
From the owners of renowned Riojan winery Marques de Murrieta
Aged in stainless steel and acaia wood for 7 months, followed by 16 months in bottle
94 Parker Points and 93 Peñín Points
Description
GRAPE VARIETIES
100% Albariño
WINE TASTING
Although Pazo Barrantes has been the ancestral home to the Creixell family (owners of renowned Riojan labels Marques de Murrieta and Castillo Ygay) since the 15th century and where Albariño has been grown and made for generations, it was not until 1982, when the vineyards were re-planted and 1991, when the winery was built, that it became a commercial winery.
Located in the Salnés valley, the winery boasts 12 hectares that surround the 16th century Galician Palace. All the vines are trained high on supporting wires in the “Parral” trellis system, as is the local tradition, to guard against mildew and rot, and to assist ripening. The soil is sandy, acidic and shallow. Production is around 200,000 bottles per year.
After hand picking, the grapes are carefully de-stemmed and then gently pressed. The grape must is fermented in temperature controlled, stainless steel tanks at 10 degrees for approximately 60 days. The juice is left in contact with its lees for two months in the pursuit of texture and density. It is then aged in stainless steel tanks for seven months, 15% is aged in acaia wood, and spends 16 months in bottle before release. Bottled in June 2021 Pazo Barrantes develops an attractive aromatic complexity and mouth feel along its ageing in bottle.
A wide nuanced nose with ripe yellow plum and medlar fruit, subtle notes of bergamot and verbena underpinned by a fine balsamic background. Vibrant palate, well-balanced, fresh and textured. It shows a long and splendid finish.
FOOD PAIRING
Perfect with grilled white meats, rice dishes, grilled fish on the bone and seafood.
Ingredients, Nutritional Values & Allergens
Ingredients
Ingredients: 100% Albariño, |
Net Weight: 75cl |
Best Before: See label |
Country of Origin: Spain |
Brand: Pazo Barrantes |
Packaging: Sealed glass bottle |
Storage: Store in a cool dry place |
Usage: Best served chilled |
Vintage: 2020 |
Region: Rias Baixas |
ABV: 13.50% |
Grape: 100% Albarino |
Allergens
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The Source
Marques de Murrieta
Marques de Murrieta Winery founded by Don Luciano Murrieta is the original rioja. Since 1852 they have been applying techniques found in Bordeaux with the intention of sustaining it over time.
All of the wines are created in Ygay on a 300-hectare vineyard in a facility steeped in history using some of the most technologically advanced equipment on the planet.