Brilliant pale gold with a fine, persistent bead, this sparkling Albariño opens with lifted aromas of white nectarine, lemon peel, sea spray and delicate jasmine. Subtle notes of fresh apricot and saline minerality emerge as it opens in the glass. The palate is crisp yet generous, offering a vibrant wave of citrus, green apple and crunchy pear, all wrapped in a chiselled, dry profile characteristic of Brut Nature. The mousse is refined and silky, giving the wine an elegant texture before tapering into a clean, ocean-tinged finish that lingers with hints of chalk and wild herbs.
Sourced from selected Albariño vineyards in the Salnés Valley, the birthplace of Rías Baixas’ most iconic white grape, this wine reflects a landscape shaped by Atlantic winds, granitic soils and steep, coastal slopes. The grapes are hand-picked to preserve freshness, gently pressed and vinified at low temperatures to retain precision. A secondary fermentation in bottle follows the traditional method, but with no dosage added, allowing the natural purity of Albariño to shine. Extended lees ageing adds finesse, creaminess and complexity while keeping the wine sharply focused and maritime in character.
Recent reviews place this cuvée comfortably in the 91–93 point range, praising its fine bubbles, oceanic freshness, and the way Albariño’s natural aromatics translate beautifully into a sparkling format. Critics highlight both its clarity and its understated sophistication, calling it one of the most distinctive sparkling wines from Spain’s Atlantic coast.
Mar de Frades Albariño Atlántico Brut Nature stands out as a sparkling wine with a true sense of place: bright, saline, elegant and unmistakably Atlantic. If you’re looking for something that combines the finesse of traditional-method bubbles with the aromatic charm of Albariño, this is an inspired choice. Perfect as a refined aperitif, excellent with seafood, and a distinctive alternative to mainstream sparkling wines.
