Manuel
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Manuel Moldes is crafting wines that redefine what Rías Baixas can be. His Albariños are precise and vibrant, capturing the purity of the region’s terroir. His reds—blends of Espadeiro, Loureira Tinta, and Caíño Redondo—are fresh, high-acid, and mineral-driven. With careful attention to detail and a deep connection to the land, Moldes creates wines that are pure, layered, and unmistakably Galician.
Farming Note
Moldes farms in the Salnés Valley of Rías Baixas, where cool Atlantic breezes and granite-based soils shape the wines' vibrant character. The estate focuses on low-intervention, sustainable farming, often working organically, with an emphasis on biodiversity and vine health. Careful canopy management and hand-harvesting are key to preserving freshness and phenolic precision, especially for Albariño.
Winemaking
All wines are fermented with native yeasts, reflecting the purity and energy of the fruit. Vinification takes place in stainless steel, concrete, or old wood, depending on the cuvée, with some extended lees aging or skin contact for added depth and texture. The approach is precise and minimal, prioritizing clarity, tension, and a deep expression of site.
Wines
Moldes, Mencía, Lentura, Vino Tinto
Vintage 2021
Style Red
Region Galician Massif
Varieties Mencía
ABV 13.00%
Soils granite bedrock with varying topsoils, including sand, gravel, and clay
Tasting Note Fresh yet layered, with wild blackberry, dark plum, and a thread of crushed herbs. A touch of peppery spice cuts through the fine-grained tannins, leading to a mineral-driven finish that lingers just long enough to leave you intrigued for the next sip.
Moldes, Albarino, Afelio
Vintage 2023
Style White
Region Galicia
Varieties Albariño
ABV 13.00%
Soils Granitic soils with some clay content
Tasting Note Fresh and fruit-forward, showing white peach, pear skin, and citrus blossom. A touch of lees contact gives mid-palate roundness, balanced by zippy acidity and a clean, maritime finish.
Moldes, Rias Baixas, Acios Mouros, Tinto
Vintage 2022
Style White
Region Galicia
Varieties Caíño Tinto,Espadeiro,Loureira Tinta,Sousón
ABV 13.00%
Soils Granitic soils with high drainage capacity.
Tasting Note Vibrant and lifted, with notes of wild red berries, herbs, and peppery spice. The palate is light-bodied but energetic, with crunchy acidity and a subtle mineral finish—more Loire-esque than Iberian in spirit.
Moldes, Albarino, A Capela de Aios
Vintage 2022
Style WHITE
Region Galicia
Varieties Albariño
ABV 12.00%
Soils Decomposed granite and sandy loam
Tasting Note Structured and mineral-driven, with notes of green apple, sea spray, and lime zest. The palate is layered with salty tension and a stony, almost chalky finish that lingers with quiet intensity.
Moldes, Albarino, As Dunas
Vintage 2022
Style White
Region Galician Massif
Varieties Albariño
ABV 13.00%
Soils Sandy soils over granite near coastal dune systems
Tasting Note Light and saline, with flavors of lemon peel, underripe pineapple, and crushed shells. Very vertical and bracing, this is a linear, coastal Albariño with razor-sharp definition.
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