Bodegas Albamar PAI Albariño 2022

Bodegas Albamar PAI Albariño 2022

 

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Bodegas Albamar
PAI Albariño 2022
  • Vintage : 2022
  • Country : Spain
  • Region : Rias Baixas
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  • Type : White
  • Style : Crisp Dry White
  • Format : 75cl
  • Alcohol : 13°
  • Grappes : 100% Albarino

Bodegas Albamar PAI Albariño is an exquisite representation of the Albariño varietal, celebrated for its aromatic intensity and complexity. This wine is a product of the Rías Baixas region in Spain, renowned for its exceptional Albariño wines.

Experts Score Vintage
RP Robert Parker 92 2022
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The PAI Albariño is a blend from various parcels, all grown on well-draining, sandy soils typical of the region. These conditions are ideal for producing wines with pronounced aromatic qualities.

The wine showcases a delightful array of aromas, including lemon, green apple, and a hint of yellow kiwi, accompanied by a subtle touch of sea salt and flint. This combination of fruity and mineral notes is a hallmark of the Albariño grape, especially when grown in the unique terroir of Rías Baixas.

This wine's production emphasizes natural processes and the use of indigenous yeasts for fermentation, a practice that further enhances its authentic expression of the varietal and the region. The Bodegas Albamar, under the guidance of Xurxo Alba, is committed to crafting wines that truly reflect the essence of their origin.

Pairing suggestions for the PAI Albariño include dishes like roasted artichokes and sheep cheese, which complement the wine's vibrant acidity and aromatic profile.

History of Bodegas Albamar

Founded in 2006 by Xurxo Alba, Bodegas Albamar represents the Alba family’s deep roots in winemaking within the Rías Baixas region. Xurxo’s family has cultivated Albariño vines for generations in O Salnés, Rías Baixas, but it was Xurxo’s passion and oenological studies that led him to establish their own wine label. Xurxo Alba’s approach combines respect for Galician winemaking traditions with a drive to push the boundaries of quality and authenticity, showcasing Albariño’s full potential in single-vineyard and experimental bottlings.

Bodegas Albamar remains firmly rooted in Cambados, a town known as the "heart of Albariño." With vineyards next to his family’s restaurant and artisanal food shop, Xurxo’s connection to the land and sea runs deep. His work focuses on minimal intervention, relying on organic practices in the vineyard and native yeasts in the cellar. Over time, Albamar has expanded its offerings, producing Albariños and reds like Mencía that express both the freshness and complex minerality of Galicia.

Region and Vineyards

Bodegas Albamar’s vineyards are located in Rías Baixas, specifically in the sub-region of O Salnés, and some in the steep, terraced hills of Ribeira Sacra. The Rías Baixas vineyards, set on granite-rich soils near the Atlantic Ocean, benefit from cool coastal breezes, providing Albariño grapes with natural acidity, vibrant freshness, and a distinctive saline character. Meanwhile, in Ribeira Sacra, the challenging terrain of granite and schist soils on steep slopes offers ideal conditions for Mencía, producing wines with purity, finesse, and depth.

The Alba family owns around 2.5 hectares but sources additional grapes from neighboring plots in the O Salnés and Ribeira Sacra regions. All vineyards are cultivated organically, respecting both the environment and the traditional practices of Galicia.

Wine Range

Bodegas Albamar’s portfolio centers around Albariño in multiple expressions, from single-vineyard bottlings to unique cuvées that highlight specific terroirs within Rías Baixas. Wines like Alma de Mar, Pepe Luis, and Sesenta e Nove Arrobas exemplify Albariño’s versatility, with each wine showcasing distinct elements of minerality, salinity, and fruit character. Additionally, Albamar produces a red wine, Fusco, a fresh, mineral-driven Mencía that captures the essence of Ribeira Sacra’s terroir.

Each wine is crafted with a minimal intervention philosophy: spontaneous fermentation, no oak or neutral oak aging, and careful handling with low to no sulfites. Xurxo’s focus is to produce wines that are expressive, pure, and true to their origin.

Did you know?

The name Albamar plays on Xurxo’s love for the sea, as it translates to "white by the sea." This connection to the ocean is not only symbolic but also defines his winemaking style—fresh, saline, and vibrant wines that reflect Galicia’s unique coastal terroir.

Robert Parker (RP) : 92 Points (2022)
There is a smoky and leesy hint in the 2022 Pai, which was produced with Albariño that went through 100% malolactic in stainless steel and then matured in foudre for three months. It's rounder and has a little more ripeness than the 2021 I tasted next to it, still marked at 13% alcohol on the label, with a medium-bodied palate and a dry finish. They almost reached 10,000 bottles in 2022.

Bodegas Albamar Albariño 2022
Bodegas Albamar Albariño 2022
Bodegas Albamar
Albariño 2022
RP
92
RP
93
The Bodegas Albamar Albariño is a classic expression of Galician Albariño, offering vibrant freshness and a pure, salty minerality that speaks to the coastal influence of Rías Baixas.
25,90 €
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Bodegas Albamar Fusco 2021
Bodegas Albamar Fusco 2021
Bodegas Albamar
Fusco 2021
RP
91
The Bodegas Albamar Fusco is a light, fresh expression of Mencía from Ribeira Sacra, defying its name (meaning "dark" in Galician) with its lively and bright character.
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Bodegas Albamar Sesenta e Nove Arrobas Albariño 2020
Bodegas Albamar Sesenta e Nove Arrobas Albariño 2020
Bodegas Albamar
Sesenta e Nove Arrobas Albariño 2020
RP
96
Bodegas Albamar Sesenta e Nove Arrobas Albariño is an extraordinary limited-edition wine crafted from Xurxo Alba's oldest vines, bringing depth and a complex minerality to each glass.
45,90 €
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Bodegas Albamar Alma de Mar Albariño 2021
Bodegas Albamar Alma de Mar Albariño 2021
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RP
93
Alma de Mar is a meticulously crafted Albariño with organic farming and native yeast fermentation, resulting in a wine that is clean, bright, and strikingly mineral.
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Ceibo Godello 2022
RP
91
The Bodegas Albamar Ceibo Godello is an elegant and refined expression of Godello, showcasing the mineral-driven terroir of Valdeorras with finesse and complexity.
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Bodegas Albamar Finca O Pereiro Albariño 2021
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Finca O Pereiro Albariño 2021
RP
96
Crafted by Xurxo Alba from old vines, this Albariño from Rías Baixas is a true expression of the O Salnés terroir, celebrated for its bright, precise flavors and organic cultivation.
41,50 €
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Bodegas Albamar Pepe Luis Albariño 2021
Bodegas Albamar Pepe Luis Albariño 2021
Bodegas Albamar
Pepe Luis Albariño 2021
RP
94
Crafted in honor of Xurxo Alba’s brother, the Bodegas Albamar Pepe Luis Albariño is a rich, textured expression of old-vine Albariño with a unique depth and complexity.
51,00 €
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