2023 Algueira Cornamús Ribeira Sacra
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| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | Spain |
| Region | |
| Appellation | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (14%) |
| Drink window | 2025 - 2031 |
| Available as of | Dec 10, 2025 |
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EN PRIMEUR DISCOUNT VALID UNTIL 1/11/2025 AND WHILE STOCKS LAST - EXPECTED DECEMBER 2025. PRICES FOR EN PRIMEUR ARE EXTRA DORDRECHT. AS A FREE SERVICE, THE WINES CAN BE CONDITIONED AND SAFELY STORED BY US SO THAT THEY CAN BE PICKED UP ON OCCASION OR SHIPPED AT COST BY ARRANGEMENT.
the story of Algueira and the Cornamús
Bodega Algueira has been a pioneer in Ribeira Sacra for over 45 years and is among the producers strongly committed to indigenous grape varieties. Cornamús is their new white cuvée, born from the ambition to express the region's terroir in a pure and refined way. The wine is produced in a very limited edition, just 3,050 bottles of the 2023 vintage, and is being marketed internationally through La Place de Bordeaux. This emphasizes both its exclusivity and the high esteem it has acquired.
vineyard and terroir
The grapes come from the Aviador vineyard near Castro Caldelas, planted about 20 years ago. This vineyard lies at an altitude of 500 to 600 meters and is among the coolest and most expressive areas of the Ribeira Sacra. The soils consist of gneiss, quartz, and slate, which create tension and a pronounced minerality. Thanks to the southeast orientation, the grapes benefit optimally from the morning sun, while the cool nights preserve acidity and aromatic precision.
the 2023 harvest
The harvest was carried out entirely by hand in September 2023. The year yielded grapes with 13.5% alcohol, a pH of 3.2, and a remarkable 6 grams of acidity. This resulted in a wine with energy, balance, and intensity. The result is a wine that feels lively and fresh, with a ripeness perfectly supported by the natural tension.
vinification and maturation
Fermentation began in stainless steel tanks, using only indigenous yeasts. The wine then matured for 15 months in a 2,000-liter French foudre on its lees, with regular bâtonnage for added texture and depth. This approach results in a pure wine in which the terroir fully expresses itself, without excessive oak influence.
color, smell and taste
Cornamús 2023 displays a bright, straw-yellow color with greenish nuances. The aroma is refined and layered: notes of citrus, white flowers, and a hint of anise, complemented by hints of dried apple and chalk. On the palate, the wine is velvety smooth, with lively, perfectly integrated acidity. The profile is intense yet airy, with a long, mineral finish typical of the high-altitude plots of the Aviador vineyard.
reviews and scarcity
The wine has been praised by international critics. The Wine Advocate (RP 94) emphasized the nuance, freshness, and sharpness of Cornamús 2023, praising its balance of energy and detail. Another authoritative review called the wine "one of the finest white expressions from Ribeira Sacra," scoring 96 points. Its limited production and positioning through La Place de Bordeaux make this wine scarce and highly sought-after among collectors and lovers of characterful white wines.
Would you like to order Algueira wines online?
If available, you'll find the official fact sheet and additional information about this fine wine in the "Attachments" tab. We'll automatically send you these when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at the checkout page. We're located in Dordrecht, just off the A16 motorway with ample parking. Click here for our address. You can read full wine reviews from publications like Parker, Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Spectator.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine to pair with your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grand Cru customers.
wine and food pairings
- Grilled octopus with lemon and olive oil – the minerality of the wine enhances the salty and spicy notes of the octopus.
- Haddock with beurre blanc – the creaminess of the sauce is balanced by the fresh acidity.
- Lobster with saffron risotto – the structure and intensity of the wine perfectly complement this luxurious dish.
- Asparagus with hollandaise sauce – the vibrant acidity accentuates the delicate flavors of the vegetables and sauce.
- Goat cheese with honey and thyme – the fresh acidity contrasts beautifully with the creaminess of the cheese, while the honey enhances the fruity notes.
- Sushi with tuna and avocado – the refined minerality underlines the pure flavors of fish and rice.
Specifications
| Available as of | Dec 10, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Packing information | Case |
| Type of Wine | White |
| Country | Spain |
| Region | Galicia |
| Appellation | Ribeira Sacra |
| Icons | Icon Spain & Portugal |
| Winery | Algueira |
| Grape | Godello |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Drinking as of | 2025 |
| Drinking till | 2031 |
| Alcohol % | 14 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | En Primeur |
| Parker rating | 94 |
| James Suckling rating | 96 |
Professional Reviews
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 94
Reviewed by:
Luis Gutiérrez
Release Price:
$90
Drink Date:
2025 - 2031
After the red Dolio, they produced a new white to be sold at La Place de Bordeaux, the 2023 Cornamús. It's a Godello, mostly from Aviador, a steep vineyard planted 20 years ago on gneiss, quartz and slate soils, and a small percentage of other grapes. It fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts and matured in a 2,000-liter oak foudre with lees for 15 months. The vineyard is from a cooler, higher-altitude zone (500+ meters) close to Castro Caldelas, and it delivered a vibrant wine with 13.5% alcohol and a pH of 3.2 coupled with six grams of acidity. The nose is different from the other whites. The wine comes through as more nuanced and detailed and is fresh and sharper, with a vibrant palate. 3,050 bottles produced. It was bottled in April 2025.
Algueira, one of the pioneers in Ribeira Sacra, has revamped its portfolio and wines. I met with Fabio, second generation of the family in the project, and his father, Fernando, to get a better understanding of what they are doing. Basically, they are moving from varietal wines to blends of varieties from the same place. The process is gradual, and in the coming years, more of these new cuvées will be released. They work 21 hectares of vines from which they produce some 110,000 bottles, from some 110,000 kilos of their own grapes and some 50,000 kilos of purchased grapes. They produce young wines, a category they are reducing, but there is high demand in Galicia.
They've been looking for cooler places to plant their new vines with varieties like Brancellao, Merenzao, Sousón and Caíño, and those are helping with the warmer vintages. 2024 was a very good year, for them better than 2021, with enough and regular rain and a very good climate that allowed them to pick each variety the optimum moment, a year like in 2016 or 2015. The whites have a good punch. As for 2023, it was warm but less warm than 2022, and the key now is the rain; rain in August accelerates the harvest, and it was a good year, better than in 2022. 2022 was, of course, a very warm and dry year, with rushed ripeness and dehydration of the grapes, like 2017 and 2019; but this time, I didn't taste any wines from 2022. All the reds I tasted were from 2021, a year that was not easy due to a difficult, very warm June and then lower temperatures, the opposite of what you expect, but with a dry harvest that provided healthy grapes. The 2021 wines might have more longevity; they started closed and needed time, but it's good they are releasing them now.
Published: Jul 24, 2025
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James Suckling
Score
96
F. Algueira Godello Ribeira Sacra Cornamus 2023
Tuesday, Sep 09, 2025
Color
White
Country
Spain
Region
Galicia
Vintage
2023
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The nose offers dried apple, chalk and a touch of aniseed. The palate is velvety and ethereal, with incisive, well-integrated acidity that perfectly complements the wine’s texture. This comes from a high-altitude site in Castro Caldelas, Ribeira Sacra, from a parcel known as the Aviator Vineyard, named after one of the inventors of radar who once owned it. At 600 meters, it’s one of the highest vineyards in the region. One of the finest white expressions from Ribeira Sacra. Drink now or hold.
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In het hart van Ribeira Sacra, waar steile hellingen en oude wijngaarden samenkomen, vind je F. Algueira. Een wijnhuis met karakter en een sterk verhaal.
Geschiedenis van F. Algueira
F. Algueira werd opgericht door Fernando González, een pionier die al vroeg het potentieel van Ribeira Sacra zag. In de jaren tachtig en negentig, toen veel wijngaarden verlaten waren, besloot hij de oude percelen nieuw leven in te blazen. Dat was geen eenvoudige keuze, want werken op de steile terrassen langs de rivier de Sil vraagt enorm veel inzet. Toch hield hij vast aan het idee dat dit gebied iets bijzonders in zich had. Door terug te grijpen naar inheemse druivenrassen zoals Mencía, Merenzao en Godello gaf hij de regio een nieuwe stem. Vandaag de dag is F. Algueira een van de boegbeelden van Ribeira Sacra en een voorbeeld voor veel andere wijnmakers in het gebied.
Ribeira Sacra en de populariteit van F. Algueira
Ribeira Sacra is misschien wel een van de meest spectaculaire wijnregio’s van Spanje. De wijngaarden lijken tegen de bergwanden geplakt, met uitzicht op diepe rivierkloven. Het wijnhuis F. Algueira heeft precies in dit landschap zijn plek gevonden. De stijl van de wijnen is fris, mineraal en verfijnd, wat aansluit bij de voorkeur van veel moderne wijnliefhebbers. Vooral de Mencía-wijnen krijgen steeds meer aandacht. Eerst in Spanje zelf, later ook internationaal. Bekende sommeliers hebben ze op hun wijnkaarten gezet, waardoor de naam Algueira inmiddels veel verder reikt dan alleen Galicië.
Groeipatroon van het wijnhuis
Wat begon als een kleinschalig project groeide in de loop van de jaren uit tot een gevestigde naam. In de beginfase was het vooral een verhaal van doorzetten en pionieren, want Ribeira Sacra was nog nauwelijks bekend buiten de regio. De kwaliteit van de wijnen zorgde er echter voor dat de populariteit langzaam toenam. Recensies in internationale wijnbladen en mond-tot-mondreclame onder liefhebbers deden de rest. Inmiddels worden de wijnen van F. Algueira geëxporteerd naar verschillende landen en behoren ze tot de meest gezochte flessen uit Ribeira Sacra. Toch is de productie nog steeds beperkt, want het werk in de steile wijngaarden laat zich niet zomaar opschalen. Dat maakt de flessen extra geliefd bij verzamelaars en fans van authentieke Spaanse wijnen.
Interessante feitjes over F. Algueira
- De familie González beheert alle wijngaarden zelf, met veel aandacht voor biodiversiteit en traditionele wijnbouw.
- De steile terrassen langs de rivier de Sil worden vaak “heroic viticulture” genoemd, omdat bijna alles met de hand moet gebeuren.
- F. Algueira werkt vooral met inheemse druivenrassen zoals Mencía, Brancellao, Merenzao en Godello.
- De kelders van het wijnhuis zijn deels in de rotsen gebouwd, wat zorgt voor een natuurlijke temperatuurregeling.
- Hun wijnen zijn vaak te vinden op de wijnkaarten van gerenommeerde restaurants met Michelin-sterren.
F. Algueira online bestellen?
De wijnen van F. Algueira zijn verkrijgbaar bij Grandcruwijnen. Ze worden bewaard in ons geconditioneerde Wine Warehouse in Dordrecht, zodat de kwaliteit optimaal blijft. Bestel je online, dan kun je kiezen voor afhalen. Daarbij krijg je direct korting, die meteen zichtbaar is zodra je bij het afrekenen voor ‘Afhalen’ kiest.
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EN PRIMEUR DISCOUNT VALID UNTIL 1/11/2025 AND WHILE STOCKS LAST - EXPECTED DECEMBER 2025. PRICES FOR EN PRIMEUR ARE EXTRA DORDRECHT. AS A FREE SERVICE, THE WINES CAN BE CONDITIONED AND SAFELY STORED BY US SO THAT THEY CAN BE PICKED UP ON OCCASION OR SHIPPED AT COST BY ARRANGEMENT.
the story of Algueira and the Cornamús
Bodega Algueira has been a pioneer in Ribeira Sacra for over 45 years and is among the producers strongly committed to indigenous grape varieties. Cornamús is their new white cuvée, born from the ambition to express the region's terroir in a pure and refined way. The wine is produced in a very limited edition, just 3,050 bottles of the 2023 vintage, and is being marketed internationally through La Place de Bordeaux. This emphasizes both its exclusivity and the high esteem it has acquired.
vineyard and terroir
The grapes come from the Aviador vineyard near Castro Caldelas, planted about 20 years ago. This vineyard lies at an altitude of 500 to 600 meters and is among the coolest and most expressive areas of the Ribeira Sacra. The soils consist of gneiss, quartz, and slate, which create tension and a pronounced minerality. Thanks to the southeast orientation, the grapes benefit optimally from the morning sun, while the cool nights preserve acidity and aromatic precision.
the 2023 harvest
The harvest was carried out entirely by hand in September 2023. The year yielded grapes with 13.5% alcohol, a pH of 3.2, and a remarkable 6 grams of acidity. This resulted in a wine with energy, balance, and intensity. The result is a wine that feels lively and fresh, with a ripeness perfectly supported by the natural tension.
vinification and maturation
Fermentation began in stainless steel tanks, using only indigenous yeasts. The wine then matured for 15 months in a 2,000-liter French foudre on its lees, with regular bâtonnage for added texture and depth. This approach results in a pure wine in which the terroir fully expresses itself, without excessive oak influence.
color, smell and taste
Cornamús 2023 displays a bright, straw-yellow color with greenish nuances. The aroma is refined and layered: notes of citrus, white flowers, and a hint of anise, complemented by hints of dried apple and chalk. On the palate, the wine is velvety smooth, with lively, perfectly integrated acidity. The profile is intense yet airy, with a long, mineral finish typical of the high-altitude plots of the Aviador vineyard.
reviews and scarcity
The wine has been praised by international critics. The Wine Advocate (RP 94) emphasized the nuance, freshness, and sharpness of Cornamús 2023, praising its balance of energy and detail. Another authoritative review called the wine "one of the finest white expressions from Ribeira Sacra," scoring 96 points. Its limited production and positioning through La Place de Bordeaux make this wine scarce and highly sought-after among collectors and lovers of characterful white wines.
Would you like to order Algueira wines online?
If available, you'll find the official fact sheet and additional information about this fine wine in the "Attachments" tab. We'll automatically send you these when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at the checkout page. We're located in Dordrecht, just off the A16 motorway with ample parking. Click here for our address. You can read full wine reviews from publications like Parker, Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Spectator.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine to pair with your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grand Cru customers.
wine and food pairings
- Grilled octopus with lemon and olive oil – the minerality of the wine enhances the salty and spicy notes of the octopus.
- Haddock with beurre blanc – the creaminess of the sauce is balanced by the fresh acidity.
- Lobster with saffron risotto – the structure and intensity of the wine perfectly complement this luxurious dish.
- Asparagus with hollandaise sauce – the vibrant acidity accentuates the delicate flavors of the vegetables and sauce.
- Goat cheese with honey and thyme – the fresh acidity contrasts beautifully with the creaminess of the cheese, while the honey enhances the fruity notes.
- Sushi with tuna and avocado – the refined minerality underlines the pure flavors of fish and rice.
| Available as of | Dec 10, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Packing information | Case |
| Type of Wine | White |
| Country | Spain |
| Region | Galicia |
| Appellation | Ribeira Sacra |
| Icons | Icon Spain & Portugal |
| Winery | Algueira |
| Grape | Godello |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Drinking as of | 2025 |
| Drinking till | 2031 |
| Alcohol % | 14 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Promotion | En Primeur |
| Parker rating | 94 |
| James Suckling rating | 96 |
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 94
Reviewed by:
Luis Gutiérrez
Release Price:
$90
Drink Date:
2025 - 2031
After the red Dolio, they produced a new white to be sold at La Place de Bordeaux, the 2023 Cornamús. It's a Godello, mostly from Aviador, a steep vineyard planted 20 years ago on gneiss, quartz and slate soils, and a small percentage of other grapes. It fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts and matured in a 2,000-liter oak foudre with lees for 15 months. The vineyard is from a cooler, higher-altitude zone (500+ meters) close to Castro Caldelas, and it delivered a vibrant wine with 13.5% alcohol and a pH of 3.2 coupled with six grams of acidity. The nose is different from the other whites. The wine comes through as more nuanced and detailed and is fresh and sharper, with a vibrant palate. 3,050 bottles produced. It was bottled in April 2025.
Algueira, one of the pioneers in Ribeira Sacra, has revamped its portfolio and wines. I met with Fabio, second generation of the family in the project, and his father, Fernando, to get a better understanding of what they are doing. Basically, they are moving from varietal wines to blends of varieties from the same place. The process is gradual, and in the coming years, more of these new cuvées will be released. They work 21 hectares of vines from which they produce some 110,000 bottles, from some 110,000 kilos of their own grapes and some 50,000 kilos of purchased grapes. They produce young wines, a category they are reducing, but there is high demand in Galicia.
They've been looking for cooler places to plant their new vines with varieties like Brancellao, Merenzao, Sousón and Caíño, and those are helping with the warmer vintages. 2024 was a very good year, for them better than 2021, with enough and regular rain and a very good climate that allowed them to pick each variety the optimum moment, a year like in 2016 or 2015. The whites have a good punch. As for 2023, it was warm but less warm than 2022, and the key now is the rain; rain in August accelerates the harvest, and it was a good year, better than in 2022. 2022 was, of course, a very warm and dry year, with rushed ripeness and dehydration of the grapes, like 2017 and 2019; but this time, I didn't taste any wines from 2022. All the reds I tasted were from 2021, a year that was not easy due to a difficult, very warm June and then lower temperatures, the opposite of what you expect, but with a dry harvest that provided healthy grapes. The 2021 wines might have more longevity; they started closed and needed time, but it's good they are releasing them now.
Published: Jul 24, 2025
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
James Suckling
Score
96
F. Algueira Godello Ribeira Sacra Cornamus 2023
Tuesday, Sep 09, 2025
Color
White
Country
Spain
Region
Galicia
Vintage
2023
Download Shelftalker
The nose offers dried apple, chalk and a touch of aniseed. The palate is velvety and ethereal, with incisive, well-integrated acidity that perfectly complements the wine’s texture. This comes from a high-altitude site in Castro Caldelas, Ribeira Sacra, from a parcel known as the Aviator Vineyard, named after one of the inventors of radar who once owned it. At 600 meters, it’s one of the highest vineyards in the region. One of the finest white expressions from Ribeira Sacra. Drink now or hold.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
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In het hart van Ribeira Sacra, waar steile hellingen en oude wijngaarden samenkomen, vind je F. Algueira. Een wijnhuis met karakter en een sterk verhaal.
Geschiedenis van F. Algueira
F. Algueira werd opgericht door Fernando González, een pionier die al vroeg het potentieel van Ribeira Sacra zag. In de jaren tachtig en negentig, toen veel wijngaarden verlaten waren, besloot hij de oude percelen nieuw leven in te blazen. Dat was geen eenvoudige keuze, want werken op de steile terrassen langs de rivier de Sil vraagt enorm veel inzet. Toch hield hij vast aan het idee dat dit gebied iets bijzonders in zich had. Door terug te grijpen naar inheemse druivenrassen zoals Mencía, Merenzao en Godello gaf hij de regio een nieuwe stem. Vandaag de dag is F. Algueira een van de boegbeelden van Ribeira Sacra en een voorbeeld voor veel andere wijnmakers in het gebied.
Ribeira Sacra en de populariteit van F. Algueira
Ribeira Sacra is misschien wel een van de meest spectaculaire wijnregio’s van Spanje. De wijngaarden lijken tegen de bergwanden geplakt, met uitzicht op diepe rivierkloven. Het wijnhuis F. Algueira heeft precies in dit landschap zijn plek gevonden. De stijl van de wijnen is fris, mineraal en verfijnd, wat aansluit bij de voorkeur van veel moderne wijnliefhebbers. Vooral de Mencía-wijnen krijgen steeds meer aandacht. Eerst in Spanje zelf, later ook internationaal. Bekende sommeliers hebben ze op hun wijnkaarten gezet, waardoor de naam Algueira inmiddels veel verder reikt dan alleen Galicië.
Groeipatroon van het wijnhuis
Wat begon als een kleinschalig project groeide in de loop van de jaren uit tot een gevestigde naam. In de beginfase was het vooral een verhaal van doorzetten en pionieren, want Ribeira Sacra was nog nauwelijks bekend buiten de regio. De kwaliteit van de wijnen zorgde er echter voor dat de populariteit langzaam toenam. Recensies in internationale wijnbladen en mond-tot-mondreclame onder liefhebbers deden de rest. Inmiddels worden de wijnen van F. Algueira geëxporteerd naar verschillende landen en behoren ze tot de meest gezochte flessen uit Ribeira Sacra. Toch is de productie nog steeds beperkt, want het werk in de steile wijngaarden laat zich niet zomaar opschalen. Dat maakt de flessen extra geliefd bij verzamelaars en fans van authentieke Spaanse wijnen.
Interessante feitjes over F. Algueira
- De familie González beheert alle wijngaarden zelf, met veel aandacht voor biodiversiteit en traditionele wijnbouw.
- De steile terrassen langs de rivier de Sil worden vaak “heroic viticulture” genoemd, omdat bijna alles met de hand moet gebeuren.
- F. Algueira werkt vooral met inheemse druivenrassen zoals Mencía, Brancellao, Merenzao en Godello.
- De kelders van het wijnhuis zijn deels in de rotsen gebouwd, wat zorgt voor een natuurlijke temperatuurregeling.
- Hun wijnen zijn vaak te vinden op de wijnkaarten van gerenommeerde restaurants met Michelin-sterren.
F. Algueira online bestellen?
De wijnen van F. Algueira zijn verkrijgbaar bij Grandcruwijnen. Ze worden bewaard in ons geconditioneerde Wine Warehouse in Dordrecht, zodat de kwaliteit optimaal blijft. Bestel je online, dan kun je kiezen voor afhalen. Daarbij krijg je direct korting, die meteen zichtbaar is zodra je bij het afrekenen voor ‘Afhalen’ kiest.
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