Introduction:
Founded in 1989 by José María Fonseca in the O Rosal sub-zone of Rías Baixas, Terras Gauda has become the benchmark producer of the region and a standard-bearer for O Rosal's distinctive blended style. Their flagship O Rosal is no ordinary wine; it is a precise, thoughtfully assembled blend of three indigenous varieties, each sourced from different altitude vineyards to contribute complementary qualities.

Terroir:
The 70-hectare estate sits on the right bank of the lower Miño River, just across from Portugal, at 150–500 feet above sea level. Soils are granite, schist, and slate — mineral-rich and well-drained, lending the characteristic sea-spray salinity and stony precision of the O Rosal sub-zone. The low-altitude Albariño and Caíño Blanco plots benefit from warmer temperatures and higher humidity, producing concentrated, rounder fruit characters; the Loureira Blanca vines ripen more slowly in cooler conditions, contributing intense aromatics and freshness. The Atlantic influence, more sunlight than elsewhere in Rías Baixas, and the Miño's moderating effect create Galicia's most distinctive microclimate.

Tasting notes:
The 2024 Terras Gauda O Rosal Albariño Blend has intense aromatics of lemons and peaches layered with mint, bay leaf, crushed stone, and sea-spray minerality. The palate is medium-bodied, with impressive energy and structure juxtaposed with a creamy texture. Flavors of ripe peaches, pineapples, tangerines, and orange zest abound. Crisp acidity runs the length of the wine, finishing with a chalky, saline tension that is the O Rosal sub-zone's signature.

Food Pairings:
🥩 Meat: Grilled sardines, swordfish with lemon and capers, or steamed clams in white wine and garlic.
🥦 Vegetarian: Lemon-dressed asparagus, goat cheese and herb flatbread, or a light vegetable risotto with herbs.
🧀 Charcuterie Board: Fresh chèvre, mild Manchego, white anchovies, Marcona almonds, and green grapes.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 12.5%
Farming Practices: 70 hectares of estate vineyards; sustainable viticulture; manual harvest in 20 kg boxes; indigenous yeast fermentation. 
Producer Name: Bodegas Terras Gauda
Old World / New World: Old World
Country of Origin: Spain
Region: DO Rías Baixas — O Rosal, Rías Baixas, Galicia 
Grape Varietals: 70% Albariño, 23% Caíño Blanco, 7% Loureira Blanca
Vintage: 2024
Wine Style: Medium-bodied white 
Winemaking Techniques: Manual harvest by variety; each variety vinified separately; cold maceration pre-fermentation; low-temperature stainless steel fermentation with indigenous (estate) yeasts; aging on fine lees; blended after stabilization and bottled to preserve freshness
Pack Size: 750ml
Container Style: Glass bottle
Closure Style: Cork