Pazo Barrantes La Comtesse Albariño is an exquisite Spanish wine, rain-bathed in Galicia's finest vineyards. Renowned for its delicate balance of opulent fruit flavours and fresh acidity, its distinguished profile is embellished by subtle hints of white flowers, ripe apple, and a compelling minerality. This Albariño offers an intoxicatingly rich palate, elegant in structure with a wonderfully persistent finish. Famed for its gastronomic versatility, it pairs superbly with a variety of dishes from seafood to poultry. A tasteful premium wine, La Comtesse Albariño showcases the authentic expression of this iconic Spanish grape variety.

Tasting Notes

An infinite nose where lychee, quince fruit and lemon peel flavours, harmonize gracefully with hints of acacia flowers, fennel and eucalyptus. A minerality edge provides refinement to the whole. Harmonious mouthfeel, its silky texture leads to an endless finish.

About the Winery

Nestled among the verdant landscapes of Spain's legendary Galicia region, Pazo Barrantes Winery is an unmatched emblem of viticultural heritage and vinous excellence. Owned by the notable Creixell-Marázabal family—with a lineage steeped in the wine world—this remarkable winery is where traditional techniques marry modernity to produce world-class Albariño wines.

The winery takes its reputable name from the 12th-century Pazo Barrantes manor, illustriously standing amidst 12 hectares of vineyards in the Salnés Valley. This sprawling estate delivers more than just breathtaking panoramas; it is the heart of Galicia's wine culture, where the cool Atlantic breezes and mineral-rich soils create a unique microclimate, perfectly suited for the cultivation of Albariño grapevines.

At Pazo Barrantes, winemaking is an art form. Each wine is meticulously crafted, the estate’s skilled team tending each vine with zealous attention, ensuring the grapes are handpicked at their optimum ripeness. In the cellars, the fruit undergoes minimal intervention, allowing the true essence of the terroir to shine through in every bottle.

The resulting wines are a testament to the winery’s commitment to quality: bright, aromatic and beautifully balanced. They capture the essence of the Albariño variety, with its vibrant acidity and intense floral aromatics, resulting in wines that pair perfectly with a variety of cuisines, They are the embodiment of the unique climate and rich soils from which they originate.

Despite its deep reverence for tradition, Pazo Barrantes continually innovates. Armed with state-of-the art technology, the winery is always looking to refine and perfect its winemaking process, never content to rest on its laurels.

In all, Pazo Barrantes Winery is not simply a place where exceptional wines are crafted: it is a testament to the harmony of heritage, terroir and passion.

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