*Terra De Asorei Espadeiro*

Description

Terra De Asorei is located in the Galicia region of Spain in the region of Rias Baixas in Northwestern Spain. Asorei farms 60 hectares of vineyards aged between 15- and 80-year-old vines in the sub-region of the Salnés Valley. The winery was formed in 2008 and became a mini-cooperative when six families came together to form one entity. While remaining true to its traditional roots, Asorei combines modern practices to protect the land they love so much. Since the 18th century, Espadeiro has been the namesake red varietal in the Salnés Valley. Its quality and prestige made it highly renowned and famous all over Europe. From the 1960s on, however, it fell into decline due to low production and an increase in Albariño production. Adegas Terra de Asorei has revived this traditional varietal with a very limited production, in their commitment to wine diversity and loyalty to tradition. Asorei obtained their grapes from vines over 50 years of age in Cambados and Padrenda-Meaño. Medium-deep garnet in colour with an overwhelming intensity of red fruit that is dominated by strawberry, raspberry, and blackberry. Hints of vanilla with balanced acidity and harmonious tannins with a slightly creamy finish. Earthy notes and sun-dried tomatoes with brined olives bring complexity to this wine.

Pairing

Creamy portabello mushroom stew, grilled shrimp skewers, Spanish paella.