Martín Códax Arousa 2022
2022, Val do Salnés, Spain
About the Wine
Martín Códax Arousa 2022 is a single-origin Albariño from D.O. Rías Baixas, made exclusively from grapes grown in small coastal plots near the mouth of the Umia River, in San Tomé (Cambados), part of the Ría de Arousa. These vineyards are manually cultivated by a small group of winegrowers with deep maritime and fishing heritage. The vineyards are located right at the edge of the Atlantic, where granite soils, daily ocean breezes, and a mild microclimate shape a wine that expresses its marine terroir vividly. After being hand-harvested, the grapes are fermented in stainless steel vats at controlled temperatures. The wine is then aged on its fine lees for 18 months in stainless steel, which enhances its textural complexity and emphasizes its strong saline identity. It has an alcohol content of 13% and is best served at 12°C.