Terras Gauda O Rosal Rias Baixas

High up on the northwest coast of Spain are the great Rías of Galicia. These stunning estuaries (or fjords, if you’re Scandinavian like me) probably explain why the Celts settled in the area. If the spectacular sunsets on the Rías don’t encourage you to stay, maybe the pristine forested beauty of the Val do Slanes, or the unspoiled white sand beaches of Cambados, or the tangy freshness of Galicia’s great white wines will. 

I’m talking about Albariño – Galicia’s wine gift to seafood lovers everywhere. 

In this land of succulent treasures like butter-poached Vieras scallops, tiny sweet Almejas clams, grilled octopus a feira, and freshly shucked percebes right from the ocean at your feet, you need a wine of vigor and crisp, lemony brightness. You need the native wine of Galicia – Albariño. And specifically, this wine.

The high-trellised Albariño vines carry the zesty Meyer lemon taste that is typical to this fleshy, crisp wine. Terras Gauda offers greater complexity than most. Along with its Golden Delicious notes come hints of spicy, floral aromatics. The palate is refreshingly ripe with a delicate note of citrus zest. The finish is in the classic style – with a charming hint of brininess. It is the perfect match for seafood – in Galicia or Milwaukee. 

This is one of the best Albariños I’ve had in a long time – crisp, thirst quenching, with dynamic minerality and tension. One sip, and I am sure you will be hooked!