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Albamar Blanc De Noirs 'Albino' 2022 750ml

size
750ml
country
Spain
region
Galicia
WA
92
Additional vintages
2022 2019
WA
92
Rated 92 by Wine Advocate
The 2022 Albino displayed a yellow color without any hints of rosé, as the Caíño red grapes were terser, the skins didn't break and they didn't let any color into the wine. Despite having less alcohol than the 2021 I tasted next to it, the wine feels a little heavier, less vibrant and with a different profile. It has notes of orange peel, and there's less complexity, obviously because it has one year less in bottle, but it still feels more straightforward. But with time in the glass, the wine seemed to suffer a transformation, getting fresher and more complex and nuanced. A white chameleon?
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Albamar Blanc De Noirs 'Albino' 2022 750ml

SKU 949813
$26.94
/750ml bottle
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WA
92
WA
92
Rated 92 by Wine Advocate
The 2022 Albino displayed a yellow color without any hints of rosé, as the Caíño red grapes were terser, the skins didn't break and they didn't let any color into the wine. Despite having less alcohol than the 2021 I tasted next to it, the wine feels a little heavier, less vibrant and with a different profile. It has notes of orange peel, and there's less complexity, obviously because it has one year less in bottle, but it still feels more straightforward. But with time in the glass, the wine seemed to suffer a transformation, getting fresher and more complex and nuanced. A white chameleon?
Product Details
size
750ml
country
Spain
region
Galicia
Additional vintages
2022 2019
Overview
The 2022 Albino displayed a yellow color without any hints of rosé, as the Caíño red grapes were terser, the skins didn't break and they didn't let any color into the wine. Despite having less alcohol than the 2021 I tasted next to it, the wine feels a little heavier, less vibrant and with a different profile. It has notes of orange peel, and there's less complexity, obviously because it has one year less in bottle, but it still feels more straightforward. But with time in the glass, the wine seemed to suffer a transformation, getting fresher and more complex and nuanced. A white chameleon?
green grapes

Varietal: Champagne Blend

There are few areas in the world with a reputation quite as famous and respected as that of Champagne in France, and almost every wine region on earth has imitated or has been influenced by the careful process mastered by the wineries of Champagne. However, it is in the grape varietals which thrive in this region where the secrets to the Champagne's success can be found – the acidic, flavorful Chardonnay grapes meeting the characterful Pinot Noir varietal, and coming together to produce something wonderful in the bottle. There are actually seven varietals allowed by French wine law for the production of Champagne wines, all of which are used by wineries to accentuate each others finest points and maintain the reputation of this very special region, the home to some extremely high quality grapes.
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Region: Galicia

Spain is one of Europe's most ideal wine producing countries, with a wide range of terroirs and ideal climatic conditions for cultivating a fantastic variety of grapevines. However, the region of Galicia suffered a dramatic fall from grace in the 19th century, due to economic downturns which led to vineyards being left untended, and wineries derelict. This was a tragic loss to the wine world, as Galicia had once been an important center for Spanish wine, and one which had considerable influence and popularity due to its excellent range of white and red blended wines. However, the 20th century saw Galician wine making undergo a rebirth, and today, thanks to years of hard work and dedication, Galician wines are back on the shelves, and attracting a lot of attention thanks to their stunning flavors and careful, balanced blends of native fine grape varietals.
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Country: Spain

Ever since the Phoenicians and Romans brought their knowledge of vine cultivation to Spanish soils, the country's culture has grown alongside wine production, with wine being a vital part of Spanish identity and Spanish traditions. Each region of Spain has a wine quite distinct from the others, and it is produced by smallholders and families as much as it is by large companies and established wineries. From the relatively mild and lush regions of La Rioja to the arid plateaus that surround Madrid, grapes are grown in abundance for the now booming Spanish wine industry, and new laws and regulations have recently been put in place to keep the country's standards high. By combining traditional practices with modern technology, Spanish wineries are continuing to produce distinctive wines of great character, flavor and aroma, with the focus shifting in recent decades to quality over quantity.

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Varietal: Champagne Blend

There are few areas in the world with a reputation quite as famous and respected as that of Champagne in France, and almost every wine region on earth has imitated or has been influenced by the careful process mastered by the wineries of Champagne. However, it is in the grape varietals which thrive in this region where the secrets to the Champagne's success can be found – the acidic, flavorful Chardonnay grapes meeting the characterful Pinot Noir varietal, and coming together to produce something wonderful in the bottle. There are actually seven varietals allowed by French wine law for the production of Champagne wines, all of which are used by wineries to accentuate each others finest points and maintain the reputation of this very special region, the home to some extremely high quality grapes.
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Region: Galicia

Spain is one of Europe's most ideal wine producing countries, with a wide range of terroirs and ideal climatic conditions for cultivating a fantastic variety of grapevines. However, the region of Galicia suffered a dramatic fall from grace in the 19th century, due to economic downturns which led to vineyards being left untended, and wineries derelict. This was a tragic loss to the wine world, as Galicia had once been an important center for Spanish wine, and one which had considerable influence and popularity due to its excellent range of white and red blended wines. However, the 20th century saw Galician wine making undergo a rebirth, and today, thanks to years of hard work and dedication, Galician wines are back on the shelves, and attracting a lot of attention thanks to their stunning flavors and careful, balanced blends of native fine grape varietals.
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Country: Spain

Ever since the Phoenicians and Romans brought their knowledge of vine cultivation to Spanish soils, the country's culture has grown alongside wine production, with wine being a vital part of Spanish identity and Spanish traditions. Each region of Spain has a wine quite distinct from the others, and it is produced by smallholders and families as much as it is by large companies and established wineries. From the relatively mild and lush regions of La Rioja to the arid plateaus that surround Madrid, grapes are grown in abundance for the now booming Spanish wine industry, and new laws and regulations have recently been put in place to keep the country's standards high. By combining traditional practices with modern technology, Spanish wineries are continuing to produce distinctive wines of great character, flavor and aroma, with the focus shifting in recent decades to quality over quantity.