Winery / Producer: Casa Althay.

Specific Origin: Selected plot in the emblematic protected area of La Geria, Lanzarote Island, Spain. Denomination of Origin D.O. Lanzarote.

Grape Variety: 100% ancestral Listán Negro.

Vineyard Age: Centenarian old vines cultivated in the traditional Canarian system of pits and volcanic enarenados.

Artisanal Production: Extreme plot selection. Listán Negro entirely hand-destemmed berry by berry. Spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts.

Aging: Careful dual maturation in concrete tanks and 500-liter French oak barrels to refine tannins without masking the fruit.

Bottling Peculiarity: Bottled true to its nature: unfined and unfiltered to protect all its organoleptic and mineral richness.

Style: Atlantic plot red, fresh, subtly spiced, markedly mineral, elegant, and extremely limited production.

Capacity: 750 ml bottle.

SKU: ESP-ALTHAY-AVELINA-TINTO-750

Appearance: It exhibits a beautiful bright garnet red color with subtle violet flashes and a clean rim, reflecting the typicality, fluidity, and Atlantic profile of a magnificently vinified Listán Negro from centenarian vines.

Nose: High aromatic intensity, fresh and astonishingly captivating. It unfolds clean notes of fresh wild red fruit (currants, raspberries), harmoniously intertwined with fine floral nuances of violets, balsamic touches, whole black peppercorns, threads of soft cocoa, and a persistent background of burnt volcanic rock, smoke, and gunpowder.

Palate: Its entry is extremely elegant, agile, and fresh. On the palate, an excellent dynamic balance stands out, where minerality and subtle sea salinity take on a fascinating prominence. Its passage through the mouth is silky, with medium volume and polished, very fine-grained tannins. It presents a supremely integrated natural acidity that provides liveliness, culminating in a long, dry, extremely clean, and persistent finish with volcanic notes.

Signature Gastronomic Pairing: The astonishing freshness, mineral profile, and silky tannins of Althay Avelina give it exceptional and modern gastronomic versatility. It is an idyllic pairing for baked or charcoal-grilled local or Atlantic fatty fish (such as red tuna, cod, or salmon), matching wonderfully due to its subtle salinity. It harmonizes perfectly with noble poultry such as duck magret with plum reduction, lightly pickled quails, or rabbit in Canarian salmorejo. It is a stellar accompaniment for a hearty mountain rice or fresh pasta sautéed with black truffle and wild mushrooms. Furthermore, it shines masterfully alongside boards of semi-cured goat cheeses, moderately fatty artisanal cold cuts, and traditional medium-bodied stew dishes.

Suggested Moments:

• Summer Evenings on Exclusive Terraces: Being an elegant, agile, and wonderfully fresh red wine, it is the perfect red wine to be served slightly chilled during exclusive summer evenings or outdoor sunsets.
• High-End Business Lunches and Dinners: Offering a single-vineyard wine with such limited production and from heroic viticulture reflects a very high oenological standard, ideal for impressing business partners and sparking great conversations.
• Distinguished Gift for Collectors: An unmissable gem highly valued by sommeliers and wine enthusiasts looking for cult bottles, appreciating the rescue of ancestral varieties and unique volcanic terroirs in the world.
• Intimate Special Celebration: Perfect for commemorating personal anniversaries, academic achievements, or emotionally significant reunions, uncorking a bottle laden with history, landscape, and artisanal character.

What characteristics does the Listán Negro grape cultivated in La Geria bring to this wine?

Listán Negro is an indigenous red grape variety from the Canary Islands that, in La Geria's semi-arid climate, surrounded by volcanic ash, yields highly original wines. It contributes vibrant natural acidity, very fine tannins, characteristic notes of tart red fruits, and an unmistakable spicy profile (black pepper) along with a mineral and saline character derived from its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean.

Why is it emphasized that the Althay Avelina grapes are hand-destemmed?

Hand-destemming berry by berry is an extremely laborious and artisanal process carried out at Casa Althay. This method ensures meticulous selection and discards any green stems or damaged grapes, guaranteeing that only the pulp and skin in their optimal state participate during spontaneous fermentation. The result is a wine of extreme tannic finesse and impeccable fruit purity.

What does it mean that the wine has not been fined or filtered?

It means that the wine has remained true to its natural evolution in the winery, avoiding aggressive chemical or physical treatments that could diminish its body, aromas, or richness. Due to this minimal oenological intervention, it is entirely normal for small sediments to appear at the bottom of the bottle over time, which certifies its artisanal and premium character.

What is the recommended serving temperature and its aging potential?

To fully appreciate its Atlantic profile, freshness, and subtle mineral notes without altering its delicate floral aromas, it is strictly advised to serve it between 14°C and 16°C (57-61°F). Althay Avelina is ready to be enjoyed with great fullness today, but its magnificent acidity and impeccable structure give it a cellar aging potential of between 4 and 6 years when stored horizontally.