HOME   COMPANY   REGIONS and BODEGAS   VINTAGE REPORTS   AWARDS  
 
map
bodega
aerial
panorama
vineyards
oldvine
grapes
tanks
tastingroom
 

Bodegas Nairoa
D O Ribeiro

 

Nairoa White Treixadura/Torrontes
Alberte 100% Treixadura


DO Ribeiro is located in southern Galicia on the north-west edge of the province of Ourense where the valleys, formed by the rivers Miño, Arnoia, Avia and Barbantino, meet. It comprises an area of 30 km2 with 2,685 ha of vineyards. Officially recognised in 1933, it is one of Spain’s oldest denominations. 85% of the wine produced in this region is White - average yearly production stands at 14 million kilos of white grapes and 2 million kilos of red (Mencia, Sousón, Brancellao, Caino and Ferrón). The native white variety, Treixadura, is the top grape variety in DO Ribeiro with other authorised whites, Loureira, Albariño, Torrontes, Godello, Lado, Macabeo and Albillo. The Treixadura grape is similar to Albariño but less glyceric producing aromatic, smooth and elegant wines evoking fruit with delicate floral notes and balsamic touches. They easily reach 12­13.5% abv, compensated by a total acidity of between 5.5 and 7g/l making them fresh, balanced, flavourful and unctuous. It also combines perfectly with Albarino.

Vineyards in Ribeiro lie between 75 and 400m above sea level, several on steep terraces known locally as 'localcos' or 'bocaribeiras' which follow the contours of the land. The soils have a depth of between 70 and 100 cm of basically granite origin with a high content of stones and gravel which helps to improve the structure of the soil and reflects sunlight onto the vines. The area owes its distinctive climate to its sheltered position and its southern location in Galicia. The land is well protected by natural barriers from sub-Atlantic storms and enjoys an Oceanic-Mediterranean eco-climate, making it damp with mild temperatures at an annual average of 14.5°C. Average annual rainfall is 950mm, but the Mediterranean influence
ensures that the average temperature may be twice as high during the summer months. This mixed Oceanic and Mediterranean climate allows the grapes to ripen while preserving their aromas and acidity.
Established in 1999, Bodegas Nairoa is a modern winery situated on the banks of the Arnoia river in a traditional manor house of Galician-style architecture. It was originally owned by Camilo Alberte, a small 'colleiteiro' producing top quality wines. After his death, the winery was bought by a group of neighbours and friends to carry on his good work. Each vintage undergoes a rigorous selection of high quality grapes and a traditional vinification using the latest technological advances. Nairoa produces 'high expression' wines, personal, complex and harmonious, working closely with their native Treixadura, a fruity, floral variety with characteristics similar to the Albariño. The Nairoa vineyards, comprising 24 hectares in total, are located on the sunny slopes of the region of Arnoia at a medium altitude of 400 metres above sea level, where the granite soils and the Atlantic climate encourage the growth of healthy top quality vines. The low yields accentuate the varietal and the terroir characteristics. The oenologist is Serafín Medina.

NEW! Click on the underlined grape varieties for more information.


BURRIDGES OF ARLINGTON ST.
WINE MERCHANTS, SHIPPERS & DISTRIBUTORS OF SPANISH WINE TO THE UK WINE TRADE. TRADE PRICE LISTS AVAILABLE ON APPLICATION

NON TRADE:
APPLY TO OUR HEAD OFFICE FOR YOUR NEAREST STOCKIST