Bodega Garzón

This Single Vineyard comes from a selection of the vineyards at the highest altitude and most exposed to sea breezes, about eight blocks of the winery's property on the granitic hills of Garzón. In this case, they are very poor soils with low yields, which produce few but highly concentrated grapes. This is a delicious blend, or, if you prefer, a contrast between a fat and creamy, dense texture combined with acidity that is vibrant, juicy, and citrusy. This version of albariño demonstrates the talent and potential of a variety that shines on granitic soils.

A major player in the region, Garzón has an origin a story worth looking into, and I suspect you’ll agree after a taste of this wine. It was macerated for four to six hours before pressing, and spent 8 months fermenting in tulip shaped cement vats. You might guess that you have a non-malolactic aged Chardonnay in your glass if served blind. A rich texture combined with energetic acidity carries flavors of nut, tart stone fruit, lemon, and pear. It’s quite structured and should age well for several years. 92 Rich Cook