With spring knocking at our door is now time to opt for lighter and refreshing reds as well as dry, crisp and aromatic whites.

Why not try...

Martín Códax Albariño 2014 at £12.95 ! 




The nose is dominated by citrus and stone fruit notes accompanied by subtle nuances of white flowers. The wine is fresh, long, persistent and well-balanced on the palate.

Albariño is for sure one of the most distinctive white wine grapes in Spain. The best examples such as this one come from its heartland Rias Baixas in the north-western region of Galicia. 

Here, Martín Códax, a modern and dynamic co-operative, is the largest producer and an estate-grown Albariño specialist, conducting ongoing research into the variety. It was founded in 1986 by 50 families and has since grown to over 550 members. The co-operative was named Martín Códax after the medieval poet and minstrel who lived in Galicia. 

The Salnés Valley, from where this particular Albariño come from, is particularly suited to the variety. The region sits five kilometres from the sea and benefits from its cooling influence at night, which ensures the fresh, pure aromatics are retained to balance the ripeness and weight derived from the warm days.

You can pair it very successfully with a large range of fish, shell-fish and seafood. Try it with a simply grilled fish such as seabass, squid or sardines.

Cheers !