THE TERRITORY
Our location,
soil and work
make a difference.
Tradition,
culture
and land
They are ours
reason for being.
Located on the border
between Galicia and Portugal;
between the Atlantic
and the Miño River;
Rias Baixas
The RÃas Baixas, in the heart of Galicia, represent one of the most unique jewels of the Spanish wine scene. This privileged region offers an exceptional environment for growing vines, where the Atlantic microclimate, the complex topography and the granitic soils combine harmoniously with the native varieties, giving rise to a unique and extremely rich wine ecosystem.
The distinctive character of the wines of the RÃas Baixas Designation of Origin is forged in this natural environment. Climatic factors – such as temperature, rainfall and light intensity – play a crucial role, interacting in a sophisticated way to favour the optimal ripening of the grapes. These interactions, which can be analysed through indices of variable complexity, are fundamental to understanding the viticultural excellence of the area.
The Designation of Origin is divided into five emblematic sub-areas: Condado do Tea, O Rosal, Ribeira do Ulla, Soutomaior and Val do Salnés. Each of these sub-areas, according to the Effective Thermal Integral Index, has a very high oenological potential, consolidating themselves as enclaves of the highest quality. Here, the influence of the temperate and humid climate, mitigated by the Atlantic breezes, together with the richness of the soils, allows the grapes - such as the emblematic Albariño - to develop their best expression, giving rise to fresh, vibrant wines with a marked minerality, which have earned a place on the best tables in the world.
The wines of Arbo and As Neves
The Albariño wines from the municipality of As Neves, together with those from Arbo, are part of the prestigious Condado do Tea sub-zone in the RÃas Baixas Designation of Origin. Both municipalities, located in the interior of Galicia and on the banks of the Miño River, enjoy a particular microclimate that allows the Albariño variety to express its full potential in this region. The slightly warmer and drier climate of this area, compared to coastal areas, gives the wines a more balanced maturation and a distinctive aromatic richness.
In As Neves, the vineyards are located on granitic and schist soils which, together with the moderating influence of the Miño, give rise to Albariños with a marked minerality and a fresh and elegant profile. The wines from this municipality are characterized by their vibrant acidity and fine structure, with a well-balanced body. On the nose, aromas of stone fruits such as peach and apricot stand out, as well as citrus and floral notes that evoke the freshness of the Galician landscape. On the palate, the wines from As Neves are smooth but with a lively acidity that gives them a refreshing sensation and a long and persistent finish.
The Albariños from Arbo and As Neves, while sharing similarities, also reflect minor differences depending on the specific conditions of each municipality. In Arbo, the proximity to the Miño River and the granitic soils give the wine a minerality that adds depth, while in As Neves, the slightly richer soils and greater sun exposure result in wines with greater fruit expression and vibrant acidity.
Both municipalities produce some of the most renowned Albariños in Condado do Tea, offering wines of exceptional quality that pair perfectly with fish, seafood and traditional Galician dishes, such as lamprey, which is emblematic of the region's gastronomy. These Albariños are a celebration of the terroir and winemaking tradition, reflecting the essence of their land in every sip.
Tea County
The Condado do Tea, one of the most outstanding sub-areas of the RÃas Baixas Designation of Origin, is located in a privileged enclave on the banks of the Miño River. This region enjoys a distinctive microclimate that, together with the orography and the soils of granite and schist origin, contributes to the production of high-quality wines, especially the Albariño variety, although other native grapes such as Treixadura and Loureira also find their best expression here.
Unlike other sub-areas of RÃas Baixas, Condado do Tea has a slightly warmer and drier climate, which favours a slower and more balanced ripening of the grapes. This factor, combined with its sun exposure and the moderate influence of the Miño currents, allows for wines with vibrant acidity and a more complex structure. The well-drained, mineral-rich soils give the wines a marked minerality, a distinctive characteristic of this sub-areas.
El Condado do Tea has established itself as a benchmark within the DO RÃas Baixas thanks to the perfect combination of its terroir and the mastery of its winegrowers. The wines from this region are distinguished by their freshness, aromatic intensity and an impeccable balance between fruit, acidity and minerality, qualities that make them unique within the Galician wine scene and position them among the most appreciated white wines both nationally and internationally.