2021 Luis Rodriguez, Ribeiro, A Teixa

Luis Rodriguez's 2021 A Teixa, a benchmark Ribeiro DO white, is primarily crafted from the indigenous Treixadura grape, complemented by Godello and Albariño. This cooler, more 'Atlantic' 2021 vintage yielded a wine of exceptional freshness and vibrant acidity, reflecting the season's moderate temperatures and rainfall. Sourced from a singular 1.2-hectare plot in Ribadavia, A Teixa's vines thrive on steep, decomposed granite and sandy soils ("sábrego") on terraces above the Miño River, imbuing a distinctive minerality. A tireless champion of Galicia's native varieties, Luis Rodriguez meticulously employs sustainable farming, native yeast fermentation, and extended aging on fine lees in large foudres, celebrating the region's unique terroir. This dedication revitalizes Ribeiro's historical prestige, resulting in a profoundly authentic white wine that beautifully balances the region's Atlantic-influenced climate with the depth of its ancient granite soils.