Bodegas As Laxas Vieira de Plata
This light, dry Albariño has floral, tropical-fruit aromas which suggest orange and mango. This is juicy and under control on the palate, with dry white-fruit and citrus flavors. On the finish it shows ample freshness and length.
Description
The scallop’s shell (“vieira” in Spanish) is much more than delicious seafood and the perfect pairing for this extraordinary white; it is the official symbol of Galicia, a unique region in northwestern Spain with gaelic roots and green fiord-like slopes that meet the Atlantic sea forming the renowned “Rias”. Floral, tropical-fruit aromas suggest orange and mango. This is juicy and under control on the palate, with dry white-fruit and citrus flavors. On the finish, it shows ample freshness and length.
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Specifications
ALCOHOL
13.5%
ANNUAL PRODUCTION
100,000 bottles
VARIETAL
100% Albariño
The Producer
Established in 1862 in Arbo (Pontevedra), As Laxas was a founding member of the Rias Baixas appellation after being purchased by Simón Ferro in 1975. Today, under the leadership of Ferro’s 4 children the winery is equipped with the latest technology and owns 50 Has of vineyards dedicated to producing only the highest quality Albariños.
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Ratings and Awards
89pts. Wine Enthusiast – 2015