The standard of Albarino has risen noticeably in the past 5 years, or is it that the better ones are finally reaching US shores? Whatever the reason, they have been super impressive, this being the second in as many weeks where I thought this could be the best of the year.
This has a deep yellowish-green color that seems to come alive in the glass.
The aromas of citrus and fresh-cut peach are enough to make you want to take a sip.
The palate is crisp and clean, with none of the effervescence you can experience with Alberino’s. Great acidity and balance with layers of peach, citrus, and a hint of guava, and a note of saline on the finish. Velvety smooth finish with nice length.
This will cellar out 3- 5 years, but you may lose some of the freshness to a rounder mouthfeel. I love it the way it is.
Pairings should include octopus, scallops, seafood, clams, oysters, and baked fish. I can also see this going well with a chicken dish with a creamy lemon sauce and vegetables on the side.
Vine to Table 
Hello mate! Thinking about you! We met some new friends from Perth last week and were telling them about you. It was also the occasion to open that bottle of Grange. Wow. Loved this post. We get a lot of really good wines down here from Spain, so I know whereof you speak. Love to Dee and the boys at the shop.
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