Embaixador 2021
Albariño Gran Reserva • Rías Baixas
"The nobility of time: a cult Albariño with 24 months of aging on lees, reaching a dimension of complexity and elegance reserved for the great white wines of the world."
The Culmination of Salnés
Embaixador is the crown jewel of Attis Bodega y Viñedos. This is not a conventional Albariño; it is a wine of patience born from century-old vines rooted in granitic soils. With two years of aging on fine lees, this wine defies the laws of time, demonstrating that Albariño from the Salnés Valley possesses a legendary aging capacity. It is the most majestic, saline, and profound interpretation of the Galician terroir.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Attis Bodega y Viñedos.
- Origin: Meaño, Salnés Valley, Rías Baixas, Spain.
- Varietal: 100% Albariño from century-old vines (80+ years).
- Aging: 24 months on fine lees with periodic *battonage* in stainless steel.
- Aging Potential: 10 to 15 years.
- Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Straw yellow color with intense golden reflections. Slow, dense, and glyceric tears that anticipate its robustness.
Nose: Extreme complexity. Aromas of candied white fruit, quince, and withered flowers, intertwined with fennel, dried fruits, and a vibrant, iodized salinity of Atlantic character.
Palate: Majestic. It possesses an impressive volume and a silky texture. The acidity is sharp and balanced, supporting a fleshy structure that culminates in a mineral, saline, and infinite finish.
3. Style Analysis
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ATLANTIC SALINITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
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AGING POTENTIAL [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
4. Pairing and Serving
High-End Seafood Gastronomy: Grilled lobster, spider crab, or oven-baked wild turbot. Its structure supports complex sauces.
White Meats and Rice Dishes: Pitu de caleya rice, roasted pullet, or long-aged cheeses.
Serving: It is recommended to serve between 10°C and 12°C to appreciate its evolution in the glass.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why is it called "Embaixador"?
Because it acts as the ultimate ambassador of Albariño's potential, demonstrating that with old vines and time, this grape can compete with the most prestigious white wines in the world.
Is it a filtered wine?
Attis maintains minimal intervention processes; the wine is naturally clarified during its 24 months of rest, preserving all its purity and varietal character.