Santiago Ruiz O Rosal Rias Baixas Albarino

Winemaker Santiago Ruiz on the winery

“Our family has been making wine in Galicia since the 19th century. Santiago Ruiz continued that tradition and became a pioneer in the development of Albariño and winemaking in Rías Baixas. In 1984, he established his own winery with the ambition of creating wines that express the character of O Rosal. His curiosity and pioneering spirit remain at the heart of our approach: respecting local grape varieties, caring for our vineyards and combining tradition with modern winemaking techniques.”

And on Galicia, Spain

“Our vineyards lie in O Rosal, in the southernmost part of Rías Baixas, close to the Miño River and the Atlantic Ocean. The mild maritime climate, south-facing slopes and influence of the river encourage slow, even grape ripening. Our wine is not a pure Albariño, but a distinctive blend of five local varieties: Albariño, Loureiro, Caíño Blanco, Treixadura and Godello. After hand harvesting, each variety is fermented separately in stainless-steel tanks. Four months of ageing on the lees adds complexity and texture. The result is a fresh, elegant wine with floral notes, ripe fruit and a subtle saline, mineral character.”