Sitta Pereiras 2023

Vintage: 2023

Grape variety: 100% Albariño

Origin: No DO, single vineyard “Pereiras”, Val do Salnés

Vineyard: 0.4 ha, 30-year-old vineyard trained in a traditional pergola system with 800 vines per hectare. Elevation: approximately 50 m. Yield: approximately 5,000 kg/ha.

Soils: Granite weathering soil (Entisol), sandy-loamy structure

Climate: Atlantic maritime with mild temperatures and ideal ventilation.

Vinification: Hand-picked in perforated crates, careful selection at the sorting table. Completely destemmed, gentle pressing with compressed air, pre-clarification at cold temperatures. Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation at 12–15°C. Fermentation stopped by tangential filtration at approximately 8–9% alcohol to preserve natural residual sugar. No malolactic fermentation.

Maturation: No extended barrel aging; focus on primary freshness

Alcohol content: Approx. 8–9% vol. (stopped during fermentation)

Tasting note: A naturally sweet wine with vibrant freshness. Green apples and citrus notes on the nose. On the palate, juicy, stimulating, and perfectly balanced between crisp acidity and subtle residual sweetness. A light, sparkling wine that sets new standards in the Albariño world.

Food pairing: Ideal with light desserts, fresh fruit, cheese platters, Asian cuisine or simply as a refreshing aperitif.