A three-bottle selection of mineral, Atlantic-influenced white wines chosen with fish and seafood in mind. Each wine combines freshness with enough texture and character to complement dishes ranging from delicate white fish to richer shellfish.
1 × "Origine du Haut Bourg" Muscadet Côtes de Grandlieu sur Lie AOP 2015
Appearance
Luminous pale gold with bright clarity.
Nose
Quince, green apple and citrus zest are layered with white flowers, almond, brioche, pineapple, fennel and sea spray.
Palate
Layered and gastronomic, with lemon and pear wrapped in creamy lees texture. Hazelnut, dried fruit and vivid acidity lead to a chalky, saline finish.
Food pairing
Serve with roast turbot and beurre blanc, scallops with celeriac, smoked eel with apple or mild goat’s cheese.
1 × Albariño "3 Crianzas" DO Rías Baixas 2018
Appearance
Bright straw-gold with green-gold reflections.
Nose
Mandarin, lime and white peach are joined by quince, orange blossom, brioche, fennel and hazelnut.
Palate
Textured and energetic, with stone fruit and preserved citrus held by Atlantic acidity. Saline, mineral and nutty notes lengthen the finish.
Food pairing
Pair with roast turbot, crab ravioli, creamy mussels and leeks or aged Manchego.
1 × Verdejo VdlT Castilla y León 2020
Appearance
Bright yellow-green with developing golden depth.
Nose
Fennel, ripe pear and pineapple are joined by citrus oil, almond and light toast.
Palate
Fresh and creamy, with orchard and tropical fruit, integrated acidity and a finish of oak spice, fennel and toasted almond.
Food pairing
Serve with roast hake and brown-shrimp butter, saffron risotto, chicken and leek pie or asparagus with hazelnuts.