Casal Caeiro Albariño ‘ Sobre Lias’, Rías Baixas, Spain

Name: Casal Caeiro Albariño ' Sobre Lias', Rías Baixas, Spain
Brand: Casal Caeiro Albariño ' Sobre Lias', Rías Baixas, Spain
SKU: 8420790247461
Availability: InStock

£17.00

TASTING NOTES

From the coolest part of Rias Baíxas, a fresh and highly aromatic Albariño wine that exhibits an impressive array of ripe white fruits streaked with salty mineral notes. It bursts on the tongue with the typical Albariño character of apple, pear and juicy lime and is richly textured on the palate. Held together with a zesty acidity it retains great length, finishing at its luscious, mouthwatering best. Perfect with grilled prawns, lemon risotto, or fresh oysters for a refined pairing experience.

Why You’ll Love It

The Casal Caeiro Albariño ‘Sobre Lias’ is a standout example of the precision and elegance that define Rías Baixas Albariños. Its vibrant fruit flavours, creamy texture and refreshing acidity make it a versatile choice for a range of dishes or a delightful aperitif. Whether you’re exploring Spanish cuisine or enjoying a relaxed gathering, this wine delivers a taste of Galicia’s unique winemaking heritage

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Extended Taste Notes

The Casal Caeiro Albariño ‘Sobre Lias‘ is a vibrant and aromatic white wine that highlights the elegance of Albariño.

Pale straw yellow in colour, it offers an enticing bouquet of citrus fruits, green apple and pear, layered with floral notes and a touch of salinity.

On the palate, it is medium-bodied and textured, revealing flavours of zesty lime, white peach and a hint of almond. The “Sobre Lias” aging on fine lees enhances its complexity, providing a creamy texture and a long, mineral-driven finish.

Grape Varieties

Albariño

ABV

75cl

Country	Spain
Grape	Albariño

Producer

Casal Caeiro was established in 1986, in the coolest section of the Rías Baixas DO, where the fashionable Albariño grape flourishes. From the outset, the winery incorporated several advanced features that are now more widespread, such as stainless steel storage tanks and a three- storey design that allows gravity flow to replace pumping.

There are eleven hectares of vineyards, between twenty-one and fifty- one years old, trained on pergolas to help with air circulation and prevent the build-up of moisture to which 1700mm of rain per year can lead. The soils are sandy on granite and quartz subsoils. Grapes are hand-harvested into twenty-kilo baskets and then hand-sorted in the cellar.

Sobre Lias

Translated, it means ‘on the lees’. It is an extended ageing process that is applied to all of the vineyard’s wines. Fine lees are the exhausted yeast cells left over from fermentation that intensifies the wines by adding richness, flavour and aroma complexity.

Specific proteins are released naturally during lees contact and it is these that create a creamy, silky mouthfeel and texture to the body of the wine. The lees also enhances stability and increases the ageing potential of the wines.

After a gentle pneumatic pressing, the wine underwent an extended cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks.

THE LABEL DESIGNER – ELENA GÓMEZ DAHLGREN

Her works, formed in a multidisciplinary way: installations, collage, drawings, photographs, sculpture are built around the premise that art is play and display. The appearance of toy serves as instrument of art and through the game is established the relationship between art and the public.

Food Pairings

This expressive Albariño pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes, especially those from the sea. Enjoy it with fresh oysters, grilled prawns, or seared scallops. It also complements sushi, ceviche, or light pasta dishes with citrus-based sauces. Vegetarian pairings like asparagus tart or lemon risotto enhance its zesty profile, while mild cheeses like Manchego or goat cheese provide a delightful match. Its refreshing nature makes it a perfect wine for warm evenings or al fresco dining.

Wine Region

The Rías Baixas region, located in Galicia in northwestern Spain, is renowned for producing some of the world’s finest Albariño wines. The region’s cool Atlantic climate and granite-rich soils contribute to the grape’s vibrant acidity and distinctive minerality. Known for its picturesque coastline and maritime influences, Rías Baixas is a haven for seafood lovers and a premier destination for elegant, aromatic white wines.