What is Fermier Albariño Seleccion?

It's a limited cuvée of only 370 bottles, made from Albariño grapes hand-selected from the best parcels of Fermier's own trellised vineyard in Niiida, Niigata City, fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel.

How does it differ from El Mar and El Volcan Albariño?

El Mar and El Volcan are sourced from Fermier's coastal sand-dune vineyard in Kakuda-hama, while Seleccion draws from selected parcels of the Niiida estate vineyard, offering quality that approaches the flagship El Mar at a more accessible price.

What food pairs well with it?

Its bright acidity and saline minerality make it an excellent match for sushi, sashimi, oysters, and lightly salted grilled white fish.

When should I drink it?

It's delicious young for its vibrant citrus aromatics, though it can also develop gracefully over a few years if stored cool.

CuvéeNiigataWhite

Albariño Seleccion

アルバリーニョセレクシオン

Fermier

About Albariño Seleccion

Style: White
Grape Varieties: Albariño
Price Range: ¥11,000-14,000
Alcohol: 12.5%

Fermier Albariño Seleccion is a rare 370-bottle limited cuvée, made from Albariño grapes hand-selected from the finest parcels of Fermier's own trellis-trained (tana-shitate) vineyard in Niiida, Minami-ku, Niigata City — a plot distinct from the Kakuda-hama coastal vineyard behind Fermier's El Mar and El Volcan bottlings. After a brief roughly 12-hour skin contact, the wine is fermented and aged for about six months entirely in stainless steel tanks, preserving bright citrus aromatics of orange peel and white flowers, crisp acidity, and a long citrus-driven finish. Positioned as approaching the quality of Fermier's flagship El Mar Albariño at a more accessible price, it offers a compelling introduction to the estate's celebrated Albariño lineup.

Sommelier's Note

Don't let the more approachable price fool you — this 370-bottle selection captures much of what makes Fermier's flagship Albariño so compelling, in a leaner, more immediate package.

New to wine?

A great gateway into Fermier's Albariño range — crisp, citrusy, and easy to enjoy, at a friendlier price than the flagship bottlings.

Food Pairings

Its bright acidity and saline-edged minerality pair beautifully with sushi and sashimi, raw or lightly seared white fish, and oysters; also excellent with citrus-dressed salads and light vegetable tempura.

When to drink it

A special-occasion pour for sushi dinners, seafood gatherings, or introducing friends to Japan's emerging Albariño scene.

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Albariño from selected parcels of Fermier's trellis-trained (tana-shitate) estate vineyard in Niiida, Minami-ku, Niigata City. Approximately 12 hours of skin contact prior to pressing, followed by fermentation and roughly 6 months of aging entirely in stainless steel tanks — no oak. ABV 12.5%. Limited to 370 bottles.

About the producer

FermierJapan's Albariño pioneer on the Niigata Wine Coast新潟市, 新潟県 · Founded 2006Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fermier Albariño Seleccion?: It's a limited cuvée of only 370 bottles, made from Albariño grapes hand-selected from the best parcels of Fermier's own trellised vineyard in Niiida, Niigata City, fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel.
How does it differ from El Mar and El Volcan Albariño?: El Mar and El Volcan are sourced from Fermier's coastal sand-dune vineyard in Kakuda-hama, while Seleccion draws from selected parcels of the Niiida estate vineyard, offering quality that approaches the flagship El Mar at a more accessible price.
What food pairs well with it?: Its bright acidity and saline minerality make it an excellent match for sushi, sashimi, oysters, and lightly salted grilled white fish.
When should I drink it?: It's delicious young for its vibrant citrus aromatics, though it can also develop gracefully over a few years if stored cool.

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