(949) 438-7228
Call Us
2022 Pedro Mendez Viño Branco Albariño
Pedro Méndez doesn’t yet have the world’s attention, but he’s well represented in Spain’s top restaurants, including dozens of Michelin-starred spots throughout the country, including País Vasco’s three-star Arzak. His micro-production of ancient-vine Albariño is a treat to say the least and we’ll take what we can get.
Sustainable farming practices and less than 300 cases produced annually
- Tasting Notes sweet Meyer lemon, sweetened juicy lime, honeysuckle, agave, salty ocean breeze
- Variety Albariño
- Region Spain, Rias Baixas
- Volume 750ml
- Alcohol Volume 12.5%
- Table Talk This wine is made from pre-phylloxera Albariño vines that are nearly 200 years old. They look more like trees than vines (see below).
$34.00
Out of stock
Pedro Méndez doesn’t yet have the world’s attention, but he’s well represented in Spain’s top culinary destinations, including dozens of Michelin-starred spots throughout the country, including País Vasco’s three-star Arzak, an institution that landed its first star in 1974.
Pedro’s breakthrough into Spain’s top spots started with his reds—50-70-year-old Mencía and Caíño Tinto vines, with the former a peculiar variety for the appellation, especially with its enviable vine age. With just over 1000 bottles produced of each of the two reds, more than half of them are sold to Spanish Michelin-starred restaurants, and most of the rest to top local restaurants. This says something, no? We’re lucky to import a quarter of Pedro’s production of reds along with a quarter of his micro-production, ancient-vine Albariños. It’s not much wine, but we’ll take them.
Related Items
-
$43.00A perfectly sized expression of one of Champagne’s most respected grower families, this half-bottle of Gimonnet et Fils Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru delivers precision, elegance, and unmistakable Côte des Blancs character. Crafted entirely from Chardonnay grown in premier cru villages, it’s crisp, mineral-driven, and effortlessly celebratory – ideal for aperitif moments, intimate dinners, or elevated gifting.
Sustainable farming practices, estate-grown fruit, and extended lees aging for texture and complexity. Only 988 cases imported.
-
$25.00Deep and expressive, this Zinfandel offers blackberry, cherry, and cassis layered with hints of chocolate and licorice. The velvety palate is balanced by bright acidity, finishing long with supple red fruit—delicious now and structured to age for up to a decade.
Practicing Organic, Native yeast fermentation, Aged 16 months in 25% new French oak puncheons and 75% 1-year or older French oak, 150 cases produced of the half-bottles
-
$40.00Italian natural aperitif. Handcrafted in small batches, from organic grapes infused with local botanicals from Lake Garda. No chemicals or artificial coloring are used.
HOW TO DRINK IT
This makes an incredible spritz with Prosecco, soda and lemon. It is also great with gin in a cocktail like a white Negroni! -
$40.00A polished, modern California Cabernet that delivers depth without heaviness. This is your go-to red when you want something impressive but still easy to open on a weeknight – structured enough for a steak dinner, yet smooth enough to enjoy on its own.
Sustainable farming practices, aged 12 months in 100% French oak, and only 450 cases produced.
