Secular 2021 · Ribeira Sacra

Secular 2021 is a premium, award-winning single-vineyard wine from Adega Saíñas, reflecting the harmony between tradition and modernity in the Ribeira Sacra. It comes from the Granxa Vella vineyard, planted in the 1960s next to a 13th-century Romanesque church, a place steeped in history and symbolism.

Made with 85% Mencía and 15% Garnacha Tintorera, it comes from old vines cultivated on steep terraces at 300 meters altitude, on sandy granite soils on the banks of the Cabe River. As was common at the time, these plots combined different varieties, which gives the wine richness and complexity.

The harvest is done manually, with careful selection of the bunches. The fermentation is spontaneous in open 1,000-liter tanks, with a maceration of 25 to 30 days and gentle manual stirring to extract the best from the grape. Subsequently, it undergoes spontaneous malolactic fermentation and ages in used French oak barrels, where it gains structure, balance, and character.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep and intense red color.

• Nose: Aromas of ripe red fruits, subtle spices and delicate mineral nuances.

• Taste: Structured and balanced, with firm but elegant tannins. Long, persistent finish and great aging potential.

Pairings

Secular 2021 is a wine with character, firm tannins and great depth, ideal to accompany intense and personality-driven dishes:

• Galician cuisine: lacón with grelos, Galician churrasco or empanada de zorza.

• Red meats and game: aged beef ribeye, oven-roasted suckling lamb, stewed wild boar, or braised partridge.

• International dishes: duck breast with red fruit sauce, boletus and truffle risotto, or Iberian pork ramen.

• Oily fish: cod in garlic and oil or grilled bluefin tuna.

• Aged cheeses: Artisan Manchego, smoked San Simón, or long-ripened sheep cheeses.

Secular 2021 is a wine that goes beyond the sensory experience:
a true testament to the winemaking legacy of the Ribeira Sacra,
a region where history and the passion for wine intertwine
to create unique experiences in every glass.

Technical Specifications

Area: Ribeira Sacra.

Subzone: Ribeiras do Miño, Espasantes, Lugo

Winery: Adega Saíñas

Production: 2,011 bottles

Climate: Inland Atlantic with Mediterranean influence, warm summers and cool winters. The year 2021 was balanced.

Vineyard: Located at 300 meters altitude on terraces. These hillside vineyards allow for excellent drainage and optimal sun exposure.

Soils: Sandy loam with a predominance of granite.

Type: Red Wine

Variety: 85% Mencía, 15% Garnacha Tintorera

Vintage: 2021

Degree: 12.5%

Temperature: Serve between 15°C and 17°C

Consumption: Drink now or store it, as it can improve with age, under optimal storage conditions.