Lagar de Pintos, Rias Baixas Albarino Pie Franco, 2021 PORTUCOUNT0125 the estate farms parcels with

the estate farms parcels with vines often past 40 years old

Serve well-chilled as an aperitif with almonds

while flavors of malt

Built from a base vintage rounded out with reserve wine

with fine tannins and a lively acidity that keeps everything lifted

Lagar de Pintos, Rias Baixas Albarino Pie Franco, 2021 PORTUCOUNT0125 the estate farms parcels withFrom ungrafted (pie franco) vines grown just a few miles from the Atlantic, this special bottling from Lagar de Pintos is a standout expression of Ras Baixas Albario. These old vines dig deep into sandy granite soils, giving the wine intensity without weight, and a true sense of coastal terroir. The 2021 vintage is all about tension and texturebright but layered, saline but fleshy. Lemon zest, green melon, and pear skin lead the nose, with hints of