“Made in the traditional style of Rías Baixas Albariños, this wine is pure and vibrant. Wonderfully aromatic, it smells of honeyed tangerine and lush peaches. It is fresh and crisp, with spicy notes, and sports an unusual salty character. Tropical hints of banana and grapefruit add to the complexity. Albariño is often compared to Viognier for its peach aromas and to Riesling for its minerality."

“The refreshing quality of this wine makes it an excellent aperitif. It pairs well with most any seafood tapas or small Spanish sandwiches known as ‘bocadillos.’ My favorite fillings include ham and Manchego, smoked salmon with onion, and tuna with capers.”


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.