In the 1970s and 1980s, Manolo Fariña decided to plant various grape varieties experimentally. Among them were native varieties, but also foreign ones. As a result, the Fariña family now owns many tiny plots of diverse varieties, both red and white. Among the latter, in addition to their flagship Malvasía, we find Verdejo, various Moscatel varieties, Sauvignon blanc, Gewürztraminer, Albariño and several others. Since they occur in small quantities, they have always been vinified together, resulting in a very pleasant wine, which at the winery — precisely because of its production method — was named the Cocktail. Many times they considered bringing the wine to market, but it is only happening for the first time now, more than 40 years later!
Fariña Cocktail is a fresh, sweet and lightly sparkling wine. A blend of Verdejo, Moscatel, Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon blanc, Albariño and Malvasía grapes. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks was halted at an early stage (by lowering the temperature), thereby achieving the desired level of sweetness. The wine has a bright, straw colour. The bouquet is very complex, revealing floral aromas such as rose and orange blossom, as well as fruity notes: peaches and apricots. On the palate it is fresh, sweet and delicately sparkling.
Ideal as an aperitif, with appetisers, light dishes and not-too-sweet desserts. Serve well chilled.