Albamar
Albamar
AboutAlbamar
Albamar grew from a family cellar in Castrelo, near Cambados, where Xurxo Alba Padín took the lead in 2006. Its name joins the Alba family name with the sea. Its small O Salnés parcels lie near the Umia estuary and Ría de Arousa, on sandy and clay-rich ground under Atlantic influence.
Albariño is central to the winery; its flagship white ferments spontaneously and ages on fine lees. Xurxo also works with Mencía, Caíño and Espadeiro, making red, rosé and blanc-de-noirs wines.
Albamar 2021 O Sebal Albariño
Spanish White
Albamar 2020 Edición Especial Nai Mencía Ribeira Sacra
Spanish Red
Deep red-purple, with ripe black fruit and dried herbs giving the nose richness and lift in equal measure. Soft and creamy on the palate, it balances red-fruit compote with savoury detail and well-judged acidity. Supple rather than heavy, the texture stays generous before a fresh, composed and gently herbal finish.
Albamar 2020 O Esteiro Tinto
Spanish Red
Eucalyptus and pine needles lead a distinctive, savoury nose, with the blend's delicate fruit kept light and lifted. The palate is sharp, fresh and finely drawn, showing restraint rather than weight. Caiño, Espadeiro and Mencia give it an Atlantic edge, with herbal detail and bright acidity carrying the finish. Serve lightly cool with grilled sardines, charred vegetables, pork or mushroom dishes.
Albamar 2021 Albino Blanc de Noirs
Spanish White
Pear and wild strawberry meet tart cranberry, citrus peel and a touch of pepper. The palate is bone-dry and energetic, with bright acidity, pronounced minerality and a saline, gently bitter finish. This unusual blanc de noirs benefits from air and pairs well with grilled fish, shellfish or savoury rice dishes.
Albamar 2020 Clarete Mencía Rosado
Spanish Rosé
Wild strawberry, red cherry and citrus peel lead, with herbal and lightly savoury notes adding depth. The palate is dry, brisk and saline, its fresh acidity rounded by six months on the lees without overt oak flavour. Energetic and quietly complex, it works well with grilled prawns, charcuterie, tomato salads or lightly spiced dishes.