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Mar de Frades NV Espumoso Brut Nature

Mar de Frades, Rías Baixas

Fresh, clean nose with yeasty, white fruit (apple) and citrus aromas. This is a fresh, light-bodied sparkling Albariño with lime notes. Good as an aperitif. 88 points

Date tasted Friday 27th of April 2018
Reviewer Amaya Cervera
Grape 100% Albariño
Ageing 9 months
Bottle 75 cl.
Drink 2016-2017
Price 20 €

Mar de Frades NV Espumoso Brut Nature

Mar de Frades, Rías Baixas

This was the first sparkling wine made from Albariño. Following the producer’s style it comes in a bright blue bottle. As it is the case with Cava, the second fermentation is done in the bottle but with barely nine months of aging the price seems a bit high compared to more complex, longer aged Cava. It has nonetheless found a niche in Galicia’s market. Aniseed, herb aromas followed by a light syrupy touch. Young, light and easy-to-drink, it is a little sweet and bitter on the finish. 87 points

Date tasted Tuesday 26th of January 2016
Reviewer Amaya Cervera
Grape 100% Albariño
Ageing 9 months
Bottle 75 cl.
Drink 2016-2017
Price 20 €