From Quinta de Couselo in the O Rosal subzone of Rías Baixas, this blend led by Albariño and local varieties offers a more aromatic and expressive take on the region. Fragrant notes of citrus peel, ripe peach and white flowers are complemented by a hint of fresh herbs, while the palate is lively and supple, combining bright acidity with a gentle roundness. Elegant and versatile, it pairs beautifully with seafood, grilled vegetables, light poultry dishes or simple Mediterranean-style plates.

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Rías Baixas, Spain – Albariño Blend
A more aromatic style of Albariño: fresh, floral and textured. Ideal for those looking for a step up in complexity from classic coastal whites.

Quinta de Couselo is a picturesque estate in the O Rosal subzone of Galicia’s Rías Baixas appellation, rooted in history and Atlantic terroir. With vineyard origins dating back to Cistercian monks in 1163 and family ownership from the 19th century, this nine-hectare property was revitalized in 2013 by José Manuel Martínez Juste, president of the Galician Winemakers’ Association, and integrated into the Grandes Pagos Gallegos group . Soils of sedimentary granite and slate, combined with a cool, misty coastal climate, support pergola- and trellis-trained Albariño vines aged 15–40 years, along with small parcels of Caíño Blanco and Loureiro.

Winemaking at Quinta de Couselo reflects a commitment to precision and terroir expression. Grapes are hand-harvested into small crates, cooled, sorted, and gently pressed before fermenting with native yeasts in stainless steel. Wines age on fine lees—typically six months for the core Albariño and four months for their single vineyard Turonia—yielding bright, mineral-driven whites with saline freshness. Critics praise their balance and clarity: the 2022 O Rosal Albariño earned 91 points from Wine Enthusiast for its pear, apricot, jasmine, and passion fruit layers, while analysis extols their “textbook maritime salinity” and vibrant stone fruit aromatics. Under Juste’s stewardship, Quinta de Couselo continues to make limited production Albariños that vividly express Galicia’s rugged, coastal terroir.

Albariño (90%)

Albariño is the flagship white grape of north-west Spain, particularly in Galicia, where it thrives in cool, coastal conditions. Known for its aromatic intensity and natural freshness, it typically shows flavours of citrus, peach and apricot, often with a distinctive saline or mineral edge. Medium bodied with bright acidity, Albariño produces wines that are refreshing, expressive and exceptionally food-friendly, especially with seafood.

Caíño Blanco (5%)

Loureiro (5%)

O Rosal - One of the key subzones of Rías Baixas, located along the Miño River near the Portuguese border. Slightly warmer and more sheltered than coastal areas, it produces wines with a touch more ripeness and aromatic intensity, while still retaining the hallmark freshness and acidity of the region.