Albariño

White grape variety

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Origin

This variety is native to the west coast of the Iberian Peninsula.

Synonyms

In the European Union, Albariño is officially known by other names: Albariño (Spain) and Albarina (Malta).

Phenology

Budburst period: 2 days before the Chasselas variety.
Ripening period: 2nd period, 3 weeks after the Chasselas variety.

Technological potential

Albariño clusters are small and the berries are small to medium-sized. The sugar potential is medium, and this variety allows for the production of esteemed, aromatic (apricot, mint, etc.), refined wines with good acidity.

Agronomic characteristics

Albariño is a variety of moderate vigor, with a horizontal growth habit, and must be carefully trellised.
It has low productivity and requires long pruning.
It is adapted to acidic, granitic soils and sandy terrains.