Burgans Albarino Rias Baixas: A Sommelier's Take

Picked and noted by Michael Bottigliero, co-founder & lead sommelier, Bottles Nation

Burgans Albarino Rias Baixas is a light-bodied dry white wine made from Albarino, in Spain, by Burgans. Sommelier Michael Bottigliero has poured it at Bottles Nation tasting events. It tastes of White peach, citrus zest, saline minerality and pairs well with Shellfish, ceviche and grilled fish.

Michael's take

“Ripe white peach, briny sea spray minerality, vibrant, juicy Salnés Valley energy.”

Tasting profile

Type
White
Grape
Albarino
Country
Spain
Producer
Burgans
Body
light-bodied
Acidity
High
Tannin
Low
Sweetness
Dry
Oak
No oak
Price
$ · under $15

What to eat with Burgans Albarino Rias Baixas

  • Shellfish
  • ceviche
  • grilled fish
  • tapas

When to open it

  • Seafood night
  • patio
  • tapas night

Where to buy Burgans Albarino Rias Baixas

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Questions people ask

What does Burgans Albarino Rias Baixas taste like?

Burgans Albarino Rias Baixas is a light-bodied dry white wine with notes of White peach, citrus zest, saline minerality. Acidity is high, tannin is low and oak is absent. Michael's note: Ripe white peach, briny sea spray minerality, vibrant, juicy Salnés Valley energy.

What food goes with Burgans Albarino Rias Baixas?

Michael pairs Burgans Albarino Rias Baixas with Shellfish, ceviche, grilled fish and tapas. It works best for Seafood night, patio and tapas night.

How much does Burgans Albarino Rias Baixas cost?

Burgans Albarino Rias Baixas falls in Michael's $ · under $15 tier. It's a widely available bottle you can find at ordinary wine shops; use the Wine-Searcher link on this page to see which stores near you carry it.

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