O Raio da Vella Albariño
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Winemaker Notes
This wine offers intense aromas of Meyer lemon, bay leaf, fennel, white grapefruit, lime rind, with subtle notes of paperwhites and lemon meringue. On the palate, these flavors persist, complemented by fennel, quince, and a silky olive oil texture. The wine has impressive length, with a vibrant backbone of acidity and salinity that reflects its coastal origins.
Wine Information
In 2012, Rodrigo Méndez launched a personal project under his own name with the goal of producing wines that authentically reflect the terroir of Galicia’s Rías Baixas region while adhering to biodynamic farming principles. Rooted in his family’s legacy and inspired by his grandfather’s teachings, Rodrigo emphasizes simplicity, authenticity, and a profound respect for the land. His approach blends intuition and tradition, drawing on ancestral practices to express the character of Galicia’s coastal landscape. The winery, located in Meaño, Pontevedra, operates on a small scale and produces very limited quantities each year. Traditional methods are used, combining stainless steel tanks with oak barrels to craft wines that convey both purity and depth. Every aspect of production is guided by respect for nature, from vineyard management to minimal intervention in the cellar. O Raio da Vella is made from young vineyards whose grapes are harvested manually. The wine is produced in very small quantities, with fewer than 2,000 bottles each year, reflecting Rodrigo’s commitment to quality and authenticity over scale.
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