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"Made in the traditional style of Rías Baixas Albariño, this wine is pure and vibrant, with a briny, somewhat salty character. Wonderfully aromatic, it smells of honeyed tangerine and lush peaches. Fresh and crisp, it presents flavors of mandarin oranges and tangerine zest, with a hint of grapefruit and minerality. The refreshing quality of this wine makes it an excellent aperitif, and it pairs well with most seafoods.”
Christian Roguenant, Winemaker
VARIETAL HISTORY TASTING NOTE
Grapes for this wine were grown on the rolling slopes of vineyards in the Edna Valley of California. Located halfway between Monterey to the north and Santa Barbara to the south, this tiny valley boasts one of the coolest, and longest, growing seasons in the state. Much like the Rías Baixas, the Edna Valley maintains a consistent, temperate climate from vintage to vintage. The extended hang time encourages full ripening and development of intense varietal character, a tangent imperative. In both regions, the vines produce small, loose clusters of hard berries ranging in color from yellowy to slightly pink.
As tangent aims to produce vibrant wines of good acid structure to be naturally enjoyed with a wide range of foods, this wine was made without any oak influence, nor did any portion of it go through malo-lactic fermentation. It is a perfect match with most fish, and shellfish especially. Traditional Spanish tapas also work well, particularly when salty or a bit spicy.
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