cume do avia
Cume do Avia is all about reviving forgotten grapes and lost traditions. This small crew—brothers Diego and Álvaro—farm with humble honesty in Ribeiro, working native varieties with patience and precision. Their wines are a vibrant expression of place: sharp, wild, textural, and full of energy. Whether it’s a blend of native red grapes or a skin-contact white from old vines, Cume’s wines aren’t chasing trends—they’re wines that pull you in and keep you coming back for more.
Farming Note
Farming at Cume do Avia is holistic and regenerative, with low intervention and a focus on biodiversity. The vineyards lie on steep, rocky hillsides in Ribeiro, with granitic, schist, and slate soils. Everything is done by hand. Cover crops, compost, and herbal infusions are used to build soil vitality and support a living ecosystem. Their native varieties thrive in this environment, producing fruit with striking character and natural balance.
Winemaking Note
Winemaking at Cume is honest and transparent, following the same natural philosophy as their farming. All fermentations are spontaneous, with no added yeast or enzymes. Reds are foot-stomped and undergo gentle maceration in open vats or chestnut barrels. Whites often see skin contact, then rest in stainless steel or old wood. No filtration, no fining, and only minimal sulfur. The goal is to express the vineyard with clarity—not to shape it in the cellar.
Wines
Arraiano, Branco
Vintage 2021
Style White
Region Galicia
Varieties Treixadura, Albariño, Caiño branco, Lado, Loureira, Jerez
ABV 11.50%
Soils Granite, schist, slate, and gneiss. The topsoil varies between sand and clay, with colors ranging from dark orange to white or brown, depending on the mineral content.
Tasting Note Fresh citrus, white flowers, and a salty mineral core. Tense and textured with just enough weight to carry it through.
Arraiano, Tinto
Vintage 2021
STyle Red
Region Galicia
Varieties Caíño Longo, Sousón, Brancellao
ABV 12.00%
SOILS Granite, schist, slate, and gneiss. The topsoil varies between sand and clay, with colors ranging from dark orange to white or brown, depending on the mineral content.
Tasting NOte Crunchy red fruit, a little spice, and a streak of earthiness. Light but structured, with enough energy to keep it fresh and alive.
Colleita 10, Tinto
Vintage 2022
Style Red
Region Galicia
Varieties Caíño Longo, Sousón, Brancellao, Merenzao, Carabuñenta, Ferrón
ABV 12.00%
soils Granite, schist, and slate. The topsoil varies between sand and clay, with colors ranging from dark orange to white or brown, depending on the mineral content.
Tasting Note Dark berries, wild herbs, and a savory edge. Fine tannins and a streak of acidity give it structure without weighing it down.
Colleita 9, Tinto
Vintage 2021
Style Red
Region Galicia
Varieties Caiño Longo, Sousón, Brancellao
ABV 12.00%
soilS Granite, schist, and slate bedrock. The topsoil varies between sand and clay, with colors ranging from dark orange to white or brown, depending on the mineral content.
Tasting Note Ripe red fruit, a hint of spice, and a touch of earth. Lean, fresh, and quietly structured.
Colleita 8, Tinto
Vintage 2020
Style Red
Region Galicia
Varieties Caíño Longo, Brancellao, and Sousón
ABV 12.50%
soilS Granodiorite, schist, slate, and gneiss bedrock. The topsoil varies between sand and clay, with colors ranging from dark orange to white or brown, depending on the mineral content.
Tasting Note Red and black fruit, wild herbs, and a little earth. Light-bodied but grippy, with acidity that keeps it sharp.
Cume do Avia, Branco, Dos Canoto
Vintage 2022
Region Galicia
Varieties Albariño, Loureiro, Caíño Blanco, and Lado
ABV 11.50%
Soils Granodiorite, schist, slate, and gneiss bedrock. The topsoil varies between sand and clay, with colors ranging from dark orange to white or brown, depending on the mineral content.
Tasting Note Lemon zest, green apple, and wet stone. Taut and linear, with a saline snap on the finish.
Colleita 10, Branco
Vintage 2022
Style White
Region Galicia
Varieties Treixadura, Albariño, Caiño branco, Lado, Loureira, Godello
ABV 12.00%
Soils Granodiorite, schist, slate, and gneiss bedrock. The topsoil varies between sand and clay, with colors ranging from dark orange to white or brown, depending on the mineral content.
Tasting Note White flowers, ripe citrus, and a hint of herbs. Clean and textured, with bright acidity cutting through.
Colleita 9, Branco
Vintage 2021
Style white
Region Galicia
Varieties Treixadura, Albariño, Caiño branco, Lado, Loureira,
ABV 11.50%
soils Granodiorite, schist, slate, and gneiss bedrock. The topsoil varies between sand and clay, with colors ranging from dark orange to white or brown, depending on the mineral content.
Tasting Note Citrus, pear, and a mineral line that runs straight through. Bright and clean, with just enough texture to hold your attention.
Colleita 8, Branco
Vintage 2020
Style white
Region Galicia
Varieties Treixadura, Albariño, Loureira, Lado, Caíño Branco
ABV 11.50%
soilS Granodiorite, schist, slate, and gneiss bedrock. The topsoil varies between sand and clay, with colors ranging from dark orange to white or brown, depending on the mineral content.
Tasting Note Pear skin, lemon oil, and a salty mineral backbone. Fresh, focused, and linear, with a clean finish.
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