Beyond crisp: building depth in albariño
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Stephen Wong MW joins winemaker Warren Gibson to explore the Smith & Sheth CRU Albariño. They discuss how the variety found its place in New Zealand, why it’s so well-suited to the changing climate, and how the team approaches building structure and complexity. Together, they taste through the individual components that make up the final wine—revealing how each element contributes to balance and character.
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