Albariño

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Common synonyms: Alvariñho, Albarin Blanco, Cainho Branco, Albariña, Azal Blanco, Galego, Galeguinho

Parentage of the grape: Two theories: 1. Riesling 2. Petit Manseng, possibly just indigenous to Galicia

History of the grape: Legend has it that Cluny monks from Burgundy brought the parentage of the grape, either Riesling or Petit Manseng, to Galicia sometime in the 12th or 13th century and created the Albariño clone. Obviously, if the grape is proven to be indigenous to Spain, that blows that theory out of the water. Regardless, it became the mainstay grape of Rias Baixas in Galicia, and is also a popular white under its local names in Portugal. The grape is late to the party in the New World, and didn’t make the migration till the last part of the 20th century.

There has been some controversy as to the authenticity of the grape in Australia. In 2009, DNA evidence proved that in most fields, what was thought to be Albariño is in fact a Read more »

Common synonyms: Alvariñho, Albarin Blanco, Cainho Branco, Albariña, Azal Blanco, Galego, Galeguinho

Parentage of the grape: Two theories: 1. Riesling 2. Petit Manseng, possibly just indigenous to Galicia

There has been some controversy as to the authenticity of the grape in Australia. In 2009, DNA evidence proved that in most fields, what was thought to be Albariño is in fact a different grape with similar traits, Savignin Blanc. The Savignon Blanc in Albariño clothing likely happened due to a nursery mixup in the 1980s. Remarkably, a single vine sourced from a field in Galicia that was growing Savignin side by side with Albariño for centuries (brought over from Jura by yet more monks) is responsible for most of the Australian Savignin clones. Thus, “Australian Albariño” is being renamed Savignin and questions over the authenticity of the varietal in Spain have now been raised. As of press time, it has been concluded that many wines labeled Albariño could well be authentic, or a possible combination of Albariño, Savignin Blanc and Caino Blanco.

Characteristics of the grape: light to medium bodied, dry, slightly acidic, grapefruit, fresh apricot, peach, honeysuckle, white pepper

Regions where the grape is currently important: Spain: Rias Baixas, Portugal, California

Type or types of wines the grape produces: dry white

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Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas Burgáns

Winery:	Burgans
Region:	Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Type:	Table Wines

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Albariño on Snooth

January 2010

Pazo de Monterrey White Blend Monterrei 2007

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like albarino but not as good. Wouldn't get again. Read More

Wine review by tobiasmd
December 2009

Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas 2006

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pleasant and drinkable. not my favorite, but a good albarino. Read More

Wine review by kschammert
December 2009

Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas Burgáns 2007

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No written review

Wine review by joinerz
November 2009

Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas 2008

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No written review

Wine review by VegasOenophile
November 2009

Terras Gauda Albariño Rías Baixas Abadia de San Campio 2008

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No written review

Wine review by neilfaz
November 2009

Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas Burgáns 2008

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Wonderful mouthfeel. Nice sweet character with nuances of apple. Well structured wine. Read More

Wine review by VegasOenophile
November 2009

Old World Winery Diva Blanc Arthur-Barron Vineyard 2005

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This unusual white, which I believe is 100% Chardonnay (not Sauvignon Blanc as ... as ... Viognier or Spanish Albarino than the typical buttery California Chardonnay. Deep golden/honey color, floral and herbal nose highlighted by notes of blood orange, lime, minerals, and white fruits. Weighty feel in the mouth, a touch of apricot in the finis Read More

Wine review by WineborkDotCom
November 2009

Bodega Bouza Albariño 2008

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I must admit that the last place I expected to find a delicous true to varietal Albarino (smells like viognier drinks like riesling) was in Uruguay. Read More

Wine review by grapelab
November 2009

Bouza las Violetas Albarino Canelones Uruguay 2008

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I must admit that the last place I expected to find a delicous true to varietal Albarino (smells like viognier drinks like riesling) was in Uruguay. Read More

Wine review by grapelab
November 2009

Spanish Quarter Chardonnay Albarino 2007

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No written review

Wine review by amcounsell