# Bastion de la Luna (2022)

- **Producer:** Forjas del Salnés
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Albariño
- **Region:** Galicia, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €18
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** grapefruit, peach, lemon, green apple, lime, pear

## About this wine

Bastion de la Luna Albariño 2022 is a 100% Albariño from the Rías Baixas DO in Galicia, Spain, produced by Forjas del Salnés. The winery, founded in 2005 by Rodrigo Méndez and with Raúl Pérez as winemaker, focuses on traditional viticulture to express the unique character of the region's maritime climate. The vineyards are situated in the Salnés sub-region, characterized by granite and sand soils. The 2022 vintage is noted for its specific characteristics, and the wine is recognized in various wine publications.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards are located in the Salnés sub-region, known for its granite and sand soils.
- Forjas del Salnés was established in 2005.
- Raúl Pérez is the winemaker behind this Albariño.
- The wine is often featured in 'temporary assortment' lists.

## Food pairing

The wine's high acidity and minerality cut through the richness of seafood and fatty components, while its citrus notes complement dishes with similar flavor profiles. The salinity echoes the briny nature of shellfish.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Bastion de la Luna Albariño focuses on preserving the grape's natural characteristics. Fermentation typically takes place in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures to maintain freshness and acidity. Aging is generally kept brief, often in stainless steel, to emphasize the primary fruit and minerality. The harvest is timed to achieve a balance of ripeness and acidity.