Leirana Genoveva 2023

A monumental white from Galicia. Leirana Genoveva 2023 is more than a wine — it is a pure expression of the granitic terroir of the centenarian Genoveva parcel in the Val do Salnés. An Albariño of rare depth and precision, deserving attention, time, and the best Burgundy stem to reveal its full character.

Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate: ★ 97 points
"A very serious white, transcending grape variety and vintage." – Luis Gutiérrez

Region & Producer

Region: Rías Baixas – Val do Salnés, Galicia, Spain
Producer: Forjas del Salnés
Winemaker: Rodrigo Méndez

Viticulture & Winemaking

Parcel: Centenarian vineyard “Genoveva”
Grape variety: 100% Albariño
Soil: Pure granite
Farming: Sustainable, minimal intervention
Fermentation: Indigenous yeasts in 2,500 L neutral foudre
Ageing: 12 months in foudre with fine lees intact
Production: 5,000 bottles

Tasting Profile

Colour: Pale yellow with greenish reflections
Aroma: Initially restrained, opening into citrus, wet stone, white flowers and green tea
Palate: Precise, tense and vertical, with a mineral and saline backbone. Deep complexity, vibrant energy and remarkable symmetry.
Finish: Long, dry and pure — with quiet elegance

Technical Data

Alcohol: 12.55% vol
pH: 3.29
Total acidity: 7.14 g/L
Bottling date: June 2024

Food Pairing

Perfect with fine shellfish, charcoal-grilled scallops, swordfish, lobster, sushi, refined Asian cuisine — or simply for contemplative drinking with time and attention.