Description
In 1984 a farm named Morgadío in the Rías Baixas subdistrict of Condado do Tea near the aldea of Albeos was consolidated from multiple existing owners, and planting began. Vineyard area was gradually expanded to its current 148 acres. Within Rías Baixas there are three primary subdistricts: El Rosal and Val do Salnés on Galicia’s rainy Atlantic coast, and Condado do Tea inland on the north bank of the Miño River, a situation remarkably reminiscent of Germany’s Rheingau. Condado’s gentle climate, southern exposure and soil of brilliantly reflective granite sand serve to maximize the Albariño’s concentration. Just in time for the 1988 harvest, Morgadío finished a state-of-the-art gravity-flow facility at the bottom of the vineyard amphitheater which includes pneumatic presses and isothermic stainless steel tanks. From the 1996 vintage, the Méndez family of Orense has increased investment in the bodega to maximize the quality of the grapes and wines.
Vineyard Profile
Vineyards in Crecente, in the Condado de Tea subarea of D.O. Rias Baixas.
• Altitude: 165 – 650 feet
• Vine Age: Over 40 years
• Soils: Granitic sand
• Vine Training System: Emparrado – traditional horizontal arbor training
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Harvest Notes
• Hand harvested
• Grapes crushed within 30 minutes of picking
• Fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks
• Aged on lees for 2 months
• Bottle aged at least 3 months
Winemaker’s Notes
Morgadio comes from the word “morgado”: the group of possessions that were indivisibly handed down to the eldest son, the perpetuation of the family’s tradition.
The 2023 Albariño has mineral, elegant aromas with hints of freshly cut pineapple, peaches and stony notes. Saline and dry on the palate with a round, medium body and fresh acidity. A gastronomic, textural and pure expression of Albariño.
Technical Information
• 100% Albarino
• Alcohol: 13%
• Total Acidity: 6.9 g/l
• Residual Sugar: 2.5 g/l
• Vegan friendly
