Brecon Albarino - 2025 (750ml)

There is no defined script for the making of Brecon’s wines, but this year we really have deviated into a territory "Dr. Livingstone, I presume" would be proud of. All this in the name of consistency. Our refreshing Albariños are a dang hard act to follow, particularly after a string of Best in Show awards for previous vintages. Aromatic as ever, it jumps from the glass with hints of elderflower and lily blossom. It is varietally true, being all citrine, with crisp fresh lime dominating. The finish is surprisingly rich, with a softness, biscuity toastiness, reminiscent of a good champagne.

 

Brecon was initially considered “barking mad” for hanging its hat on an Albariño. The wine, of course, is nothing but serious. But now it includes a little Austrian Grüner Veltliner, perhaps we are indeed “just one stop short of Barking” (a London Underground reference).