Mettler goes for the softer side of the Albariño spectrum with this vintage, with aromas and flavors of golden apple, lemon pith and melon. They ride a fairly viscous palate though a medium finish where a pleasant bitterness offsets the stone fruit notes nicely. Serve with a hot summer day, but don’t over chill – the wine or yourself!
Mettler Family Vineyards, Lodi (California) Albariño 2020
By Rich Cook