Mar de Frades Albarino Rias Baixas 2024
The iconic Mar de Frades Albariño is a pure expression of the unique characteristics of the Albariño grape variety. Ghostly pale it offers intense aromas of lemon, grapefruit, orange zest, crushed rocks, gardenia flowers, and melon. In the mouth its tangy and as fresh as the Atlantic breezes that play such a part in its creation. Beyond this first rush are flavours of tropical lychee and pineapple, mandarin with delicate balsamic and a hint of salinity.
Vivino Rating: 4.1 (May 2025)
Wine Press Ratings
90 Points (2023) - Decanter World Wine Awards
"Elegant herbaceous tones on the nose, with notes of pineapple, green apple and mineral touches. Lifted acidity on the palate."
Silver Medal (2023) - Decanter World Wine Awards
About Mar de Frades
In 1987, a bodega was established at a location called Mar de Frades, which translates to "Sea of Friars" in Galician. This spot lies opposite the ría Arousa, near the mouth of the river Umia, where ancient pilgrims used to disembark on their way to Santiago de Compostela. The founders of the bodega were drawn to this particular area in the ocean, facing their vineyards, and were inspired by the style of the Atlantic.
Their primary objective was to create wines that would embody the personality and character of the surrounding region. Over the years, Mar de Frades' journey has closely paralleled that of the D.O. Rías Baixas, which came into existence the following year. The bodega was a trailblazer in the Val do Salnés, representing the deep-rooted winegrowing traditions of the area, where the legend of Albariño originated and Spain's most refined and elegant white wines are produced.
The iconic Mar de Frades Albariño is a pure expression of the unique characteristics of the Albariño grape variety. Ghostly pale it offers intense aromas of lemon, grapefruit, orange zest, crushed rocks, gardenia flowers, and melon. In the mouth its tangy and as fresh as the Atlantic breezes that play such a part in its creation. Beyond this first rush are flavours of tropical lychee and pineapple, mandarin with delicate balsamic and a hint of salinity.
Vivino Rating: 4.1 (May 2025)
Wine Press Ratings
90 Points (2023) - Decanter World Wine Awards
"Elegant herbaceous tones on the nose, with notes of pineapple, green apple and mineral touches. Lifted acidity on the palate."
Silver Medal (2023) - Decanter World Wine Awards
About Mar de Frades
In 1987, a bodega was established at a location called Mar de Frades, which translates to "Sea of Friars" in Galician. This spot lies opposite the ría Arousa, near the mouth of the river Umia, where ancient pilgrims used to disembark on their way to Santiago de Compostela. The founders of the bodega were drawn to this particular area in the ocean, facing their vineyards, and were inspired by the style of the Atlantic.
Their primary objective was to create wines that would embody the personality and character of the surrounding region. Over the years, Mar de Frades' journey has closely paralleled that of the D.O. Rías Baixas, which came into existence the following year. The bodega was a trailblazer in the Val do Salnés, representing the deep-rooted winegrowing traditions of the area, where the legend of Albariño originated and Spain's most refined and elegant white wines are produced.
Description
The iconic Mar de Frades Albariño is a pure expression of the unique characteristics of the Albariño grape variety. Ghostly pale it offers intense aromas of lemon, grapefruit, orange zest, crushed rocks, gardenia flowers, and melon. In the mouth its tangy and as fresh as the Atlantic breezes that play such a part in its creation. Beyond this first rush are flavours of tropical lychee and pineapple, mandarin with delicate balsamic and a hint of salinity.
Vivino Rating: 4.1 (May 2025)
Wine Press Ratings
90 Points (2023) - Decanter World Wine Awards
"Elegant herbaceous tones on the nose, with notes of pineapple, green apple and mineral touches. Lifted acidity on the palate."
Silver Medal (2023) - Decanter World Wine Awards
About Mar de Frades
In 1987, a bodega was established at a location called Mar de Frades, which translates to "Sea of Friars" in Galician. This spot lies opposite the ría Arousa, near the mouth of the river Umia, where ancient pilgrims used to disembark on their way to Santiago de Compostela. The founders of the bodega were drawn to this particular area in the ocean, facing their vineyards, and were inspired by the style of the Atlantic.
Their primary objective was to create wines that would embody the personality and character of the surrounding region. Over the years, Mar de Frades' journey has closely paralleled that of the D.O. Rías Baixas, which came into existence the following year. The bodega was a trailblazer in the Val do Salnés, representing the deep-rooted winegrowing traditions of the area, where the legend of Albariño originated and Spain's most refined and elegant white wines are produced.
