Daterra, Ribeira Sacra (Galicia, Spain) 2018

 Everyone’s talking about Galician wine now, and for a good reason.  The region has a rich history of winemaking.  It was long considered the best white wine region in Spain until war and disease contributed to the decline of winemaking traditions in the area.  Fortunately, the last several decades have seen fierce winemakers like Laura Lorenzo dedicated to revitalizing the region’s indigenous grapes and organic farming.  This commitment is demonstrated in her 2018 Portela do Vento Blanco from a blend of mainly Palomino, along with Doña Blanca, Godello, and Colgadiera.  The nose rings out with ripe orchard fruit, citrus, and hints of minerality.  On the palate, it is insanely fresh with bright acidity and a salty touch on the finish.