CASA ALTHAY WHITE
LANZAROTE • VOLCANIC VITICULTURE
MALVASÍA VOLCÁNICA & LISTÁN BLANCO • SALINE ESSENCE • CANARY ISLANDS
"The untamable purity of fire, ash, and sea: a masterful white from Lanzarote born in volcanic hollows that captivates with its vibrant Atlantic tension and sophisticated saline soul."
Casa Althay Lanzarote White Wine: Lunar Landscape, 'Soco' Viticulture, and Ancestral Saline Expression
The Casa Althay 750ml White Wine is a magnificent testament to the most extreme heroic viticulture on the planet. Produced by Casa Althay in Lanzarote, Canary Islands, this wine is the result of a blend of Malvasía Volcánica and Listán Blanco on their own roots, cultivated in 'socos' (hollows) of black volcanic ash.
1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Casa Althay.
Specific Origin: D.O. Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain.
Varietal Composition: Blend of Malvasía Volcánica and Listán Blanco, old own-rooted vines.
Terroir: 'Picón' or black lapilli soil. Desert-subtropical climate with trade winds.
Vinification: Hand-harvested, gentle pneumatic pressing, temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel.
Style: Young white, dry, crisp, markedly mineral and saline profile.
Alcohol Content: 12.5% Vol.
SKU: ESP-ALTHAY-LANZAROTE-BLANCO-750
2. Exclusive Tasting Notes
Appearance: Bright straw yellow with greenish reflections, very clean and crystalline.
Nose: Floral notes of orange blossom and jasmine, exotic fruits (pineapple, lychee), citrus, and an identity of volcanic ash and sea breeze.
Palate: Vibrant and direct entry. Vertical acidity with a oily texture, dry and saline finish.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Moments and Recommended Pairing
Precision Gastronomic Pairing: Harmonizes with fresh shellfish, grilled white fish, sushi, and sashimi.
Suggested Moments:
- Absolute Summer and Evenings by the Sea: The native setting for this label.
- High-Class Romantic Dinner: A perfumed and mystical profile ideal for an auteur menu.
frequently asked questions (FAQS)
What is the recommended serving temperature for Casa Althay Lanzarote White Wine?
It is recommended to serve it cold, between 8°C and 10°C.
What does it mean that the Casa Althay grapes in Lanzarote are 'own-rooted' (pie franco)?
It means that the vines are planted with their original roots, without grafting, as phylloxera never thrived in the volcanic soil of Lanzarote.