white
Albariño
Galicia's coastal treasure
Grape Details
Serving Temp
8-10°C
Aging Potential
1-5 years, best young
Origins
Galicia, Spain (possibly brought by German monks)
Food pairings
SeafoodShellfishCevicheLight tapas
About the Grape
Albariño
"Galicia's coastal treasure"
Albariño is the star of Spain's Rías Baixas, producing aromatic whites with peachy fruit, saline minerality, and bracing acidity. Its affinity for seafood has made it a favorite of sommeliers worldwide.
Flavor Profile
Peach
defining
Citrus
prominent
Saline
prominent
Almond
subtle
Crisp acidity
defining
Where It Shines
Rías Baixas, Spain
Crisp, aromatic, coastal
Vinho Verde, Portugal
As Alvarinho, fresh, light
California, USA
Richer, tropical, modern
Oregon, USA
Elegant, citrus, cool climate