2021 Pazo de Lusco Albariño ($24.99)

This Albariño is from Adega Pazos de Lusco, one of the most renowned wineries of the Rías Baixas wine growing region along the northwestern coast of Spain. The winery boasts a historic 16th century complex that was in used until 2009 featuring a chapel, barn and stables typical of rural life in the Galician history. The winery is now located in new modern facilities that are just steps away from its origin.

This wine is produced from 100% Albariño grapes with native yeasts and aged on lees.

The Pazo del Lusco Albariño is pale gold in color with aromas of lemon, grapefruit and honeydew melon. On the palate it shows bright fruit flavors, some peach, refreshing acidity and finishes with just a hint of saline.

2020 La Miranda Secastilla Garnacha Blanca (14.99)

This La Miranda Garnacha Blanc is from the Secastilla Valley in Spain. The vineyards are located in the north-eastern corner of Spain and have a “Mediterranean microclimate” suitable for growing olives, grape vines and almond trees. The vineyards are set on stony slopes 2300 feet above sea level. There, La Miranda has recovered very old vineyards of Garnacha Tinta and Garnacha Blanca, the traditional varieties of the Secastilla Valley.

This wine is produced from 100% Granacha Blanca (a white grape that is a relative of the red Grenache Noir grape). After fermentation, it was transferred to oak barrels where it remained for four months with frequent batonnage.

The La Miranda Garnacha Blanca is pale gold in color with delicate fruit aromas, along with some earthiness and straw. This one is softer on the palate, with flavors of green apple and herbs, a bit of pepper and good acidity.

Both of these Spanish white wines are from the Gonzalez Byass family of wines and great fits as Behind the Cork™ Wines of the Week. Cheers!

Samples Imported and Provided by Gonzalez Byass (via Donna White Communications)