Rìas Baixas DO “La Marimorena” (2022) - Casa Rojo
In the picturesque region of Galicia, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the green hills, the Rías Baixas DO "La Marimorena" from the Casa Rojo winery is born. This wine takes its name from a local legend that tells of a woman, Marimorena, famous for her indomitable spirit and her passion for wine. Marimorena is said to have made a habit of defying the social conventions of her time, throwing parties at which Albariño flowed freely. Her story has become a symbol of freedom and celebration, reflecting the lively, authentic soul of this wine.
Rìas Baixas DO “La Marimorena” (2022) - Casa Rojo
Type: Vino Bianco
Area: Spain, Galicia, Rías Baixas
Appellation: Rías Baixas DO
Grape variety: Albariño
Vintage: 2022
Winery: Casa Rojo
Alcohol: 12.5%
The appellation: Rías Baixas DO
Rías Baixas DO is one of the most prestigious appellations in Spain, located in the region of Galicia, in the north-west of the country. Known as the home of the Albariño grape, this appellation is synonymous with fresh, aromatic, mineral wines, shaped by the influence of the Atlantic Ocean and by a unique terroir.
Find out more about Rías Baixas DOWho makes it: Casa Rojo
Casa Rojo is an innovative wine producer that has shaken up the Spanish wine scene with a bold, creative approach. The winery selects the best grapes from different regions of Spain and vinifies them in a modern, distinctive style. Casa Rojo's aim is to bring out the full potential of the Iberian terroir, creating wines with character, original and full of personality, without ever losing touch with the Spanish winemaking tradition.
Find out more about Casa RojoThe vine of Rìas Baixas DO “La Marimorena”
Albariño
Albariño is one of the most iconic white grape varieties of the Iberian peninsula, known for its aromatic, fresh and mineral wines. Native to Galicia, in north-western Spain, and also widespread in Portugal, where it is known as Alvarinho, Albariño is the beating heart of the Rías Baixas DO appellation and of Vinho Verde production.
Find out moreRìas Baixas DO “La Marimorena”: the area of Rías Baixas
Rías Baixas
The Rías Baixas are one of the most famous wine regions in Spain, in Galicia, along the north-western coast. This unique territory stands out for its spectacular landscapes, characterised by rías (coastal inlets), verdant hills and an Atlantic climate that gives the wines an unmistakable freshness and minerality. The region is celebrated in particular for the Albariño grape, which produces aromatic, elegant white wines with marked acidity.
Find out more about Rías BaixasClimate: Temperate
Altitude: Low Altitude (0-200 m above sea level)
Soil: Rocky / granite
Geographical setting: Ocean
Profile of Rìas Baixas DO “La Marimorena”
Primary aromas: Notes of citrus, green apple and peach
Secondary aromas: Floral and mineral hints
Tertiary aromas: Mineral notes
Tasting notes: On the palate it is fresh, with good acidity and a pleasant savouriness that enhances its drinkability
| Sulphites | yes |
| Body | Fresh and light |
| Acidity | High |
| Tannin | No |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Finish | Media |
| Colour | Straw yellow with greenish highlights |
| Clarity | Clear |
| Body | Light |
Winemaking methods used for Rìas Baixas DO “La Marimorena”
Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel
Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel is a technique that makes it possible to produce fresh, fruity, clean wines, preserving the varietal aromas of the grapes at their best.
Find out moreAgeing methods used for Rìas Baixas DO “La Marimorena”
In stainless steel (1–6 months)
Ageing in stainless steel for 1 to 6 months is a winemaking practice widely used for young, fresh, varietal wines, aimed at preserving the aromatic fragrance and gustatory integrity of the wine immediately after fermentation. This choice allows the wine to be stabilised, to settle naturally and to be ready for drinking within a few months, retaining vitality, tension and precision.
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