Oh hello! You've just gotta love a bit of Albariño. Not only is it the most popular white grape in Spain (in terms of exports), it is also an incredibly versatile variety - and this is why. A pinch of salt, a grating of green apple and a dollop of vanilla custard combine for a quite sumptuous nose. This is a complex, rich expression of Albariño with bags of character and freshness whilst remaining beautifully rounded. Impressive stuff.

Adegas Laureatus is a modern winery located in the Salnés Valley sub-region of Rías Baixas, the home of arguably Spain's most famous white grape variety: Albariño. Vineyards in this part of the country are often located close to the sea, which allows the grapes to enjoy the cooling benefits of the ocean. Some are even so close to the crashing waves, that the salty sea air often lingers on the grapes, imparting itself into the wines, offering up a wonderful salinity to high quality Albariño. 100% of Laureatus' production is Albariño; and some from vines up to 50 years old - the older the vine, the greater the concentration of fruit and thus, intensity of the wine. They are something of a specialist in this variety and the quality of their wines supports that case. Everything is 100% estate owned, giving the team total control over their vineyards in an ethos that they coin 'from vine to cup'. The wines of Adegas Laureatus are a shining example of just how and why Albariño has become Spain's most exported white grape variety. Oh hello! You've just gotta love a bit of Albariño. Not only is it the most popular grape in Spain (in terms of exports), it is also an incredibly versatile variety - and this is why. A pinch of salt, a grating of green apple and a dollop of vanilla custard combine for a quite sumptuous nose. This is a complex, rich expression of Albariño with bags of character and freshness whilst remaining beautifully rounded. Impressive stuff.