Albariño by the Atlantic — salty, citrus-bright whites for seafood.
On Galicia's rainy Atlantic coast, vines are trained high on pergolas to escape the humidity. Almost all the wine is Albariño: aromatic, zesty and saline — and a natural match for the region's famous seafood.
Country
Spain
Climate
Cool, wet, Atlantic
Key grapes
Albariño
Areas to know
4
Sub-regions and appellations you'll see on the label.
Val do Salnés
The coolest, most saline Albariño
Condado do Tea
Warmer, riper inland
O Rosal
Albariño blended with Loureiro and Treixadura
Ribeira do Ulla
Northern inland subzone
Local classics and safe bets.
Say it at the table
“Rías Baixas is Albariño country — fresh, citrusy and slightly salty from the Atlantic. Pour it with any seafood.”
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