Albarinho

Albarinho / Alvarinho / Albariño
White wine variety originating from Northwestern Spain and Portugal.
Related to the Riesling
Fruity and high cid, apricot, citrus and peach.

In Spain wines are named after the grape variety.
The Albarinho was a forgotten variety in Spain, suddenly rediscovered
The last 10 years a very trendy wine in Spanish restaurants, significantly increased in price.

In Portugal the wine from Alvarinho is called: Vino Verde.
De renowned and very light, young style white wine with fresh acids and a little bit carbonated.
In Portugal there is a red Vino Verde as well which isn’t sold in The Netherlands: A wine with average acidity.