F. Algueira : Escalada 2023

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Escalada 2023 by F. Algueira

Tasting

On the nose, the wine reveals aromas of orange blossom, to which are added nuances of fennel and pastry after aeration. The palate, both dense and textured, is balanced by a lively acidity and a beautiful persistence.

A white wine from Galicia with a beautiful aromatic richness

The property

Founded by Fernando Algueira in 1979, the F. Algueira estate symbolises the rebirth of viticulture in the Ribeira Sacra. At a time when this region seemed to have lost its rich viticultural heritage, the Algueira family committed themselves to bringing these lands back to life. The estate now embodies authentic know-how, the result of over forty years of hard work on steep slopes, in Doade and Abeleda. The Algueira family continues to perpetuate local traditions while integrating modern techniques to best express the uniqueness of their terroir.

The vineyard

This Galician wine comes from the steep terraces of Doade and Abeleda, patiently restored by the Algueira family. These plots, benefiting from optimal exposure and a rich geological diversity, give the wine an intense and complex minerality. The management of the vineyard, focused on manual work and a deep respect for the environment, ensures a high-quality production.

Vinification and ageing

Static settling and spontaneous fermentations in vat. The wine is then transferred to a used French oak barrel (750 litres), where it ferments only with batonnage. This is followed by clarification, maturation in a stainless steel vat, and then bottling. Ageing for seven months in a stainless steel vat followed by a refinement in the bottle.

Grape variety

Godello (100%)