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Algueira Escalada

Algueira Escalada

The golden vertigo of godello
Algueira Escalada
75 cl.
2024
75 cl.
2023
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Details
13.50%
Alcohol 13.50%
Galicia
Production area Galicia
D.O. Ribeira Sacra
Designation of Origin D.O. Ribeira Sacra
Algueira
Winery Algueira
Contains sulphites
100% Godello
Varieties 100% Godello
9.0
Service 9.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Tasting notes Algueira Escalada 2024

White wine Aged in stainless steel Respectful agriculture. 7 meses en depósitos de acero inoxidable.

Style Algueira Escalada
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Less aromatic
Very aromatic
Pairing
Salads, Seafood, White fish, White meats, Sushi, Vegetables

About Algueira Escalada

To christen a Lucense wine with the name Escalada is no mere coincidence. It is a bold statement of intent. For if anything defines the Ribeira Sacra, that enchanting corner of Galicia where the Miño and the Sil carve out improbable canyons, it is its dizzying slopes, reaching inclinations of up to 85%. Here, viticulture is more than a profession: it is an act of faith, a defiance of gravity. Hence, it is aptly termed heroic viticulture.

In 1979, Fernando Algueira resolved to confront the neglect that loomed over the vineyards of the Ribeira Sacra. While many turned their backs on those daunting slopes, he and his family committed to reviving them. Thus, Finca Algueira was born, a winery embodying the revival of an ancient tradition.

Four decades later, the terraces of Doade and Abeleda remain their battleground and source of pride. There, each vine is tended by hand, each harvest becomes an ascent—both literal and metaphorical—and each bottle narrates the tale of an endeavour that defies logic... yet captivates the soul.

Algueira Escalada emerges with a clear mission: to pay tribute to the exceptional raw materials offered by this landscape of stone and sun. Its undisputed star is the godello (100%), cultivated on slate soils facing southwest, where the Atlantic microclimate imparts character and freshness.

The production is a delicate balancing act: a blend of destemming and foot treading, with a brief skin fermentation in tank, followed by a period in old oak barrels (500 litres) where it ferments on lees with battonage. Its 10-month maturation in 1,000-litre oak foudres refines the wine, adding depth without sacrificing freshness. Afterwards, it is clarified and matured in stainless steel before being bottled.

Escalada is a vivid reflection of the spirit of the Ribeira Sacra. It is the vertigo of looking down and the thrill of reaching the summit. It is the reward for work measured in metres of elevation and litres of passion.




 

2023

Algueira Escalada 2023 is a white wine that will captivate you with its subtlety and alluring pale golden hue. Swirling the glass reveals a wine of consistency. On the nose, charming floral notes of orange blossom emerge, accompanied by delicate hints of fennel and sweet pastry reminiscences, creating an enveloping aroma. On the palate, its creamy texture unfolds, supported by a refreshing acidity that grants a prolonged finish. This 2023 vintage stands out for its balance between smoothness and freshness, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a white wine with character and complexity.
2023
93 Parker
94 Peñín
94 Suckling
2022
93 Parker

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  • We send it to Portugal with CTT Express to your home
  • The shipment for 12 bottles is €8.50 with CTT Express.
  • For orders over €150 shipping is free with CTT Express.