Albillo (Spain)

Albillo is a white wine grape primarily planted in the Ribera del Duero region, but also in Madrid, Ávila and Galicia.

Typical Flavors


Lemon
Lemon		 Apple
Apple		 Pineapple
Pineapple		 Rose
Roses

Citrus, Apple, and Pineapple are typical Albillo flavors, with hints of Valencia Roses.

Profile

Albillo wines are dry, clear, with a crispy acidity:

SUGARDry
BODYMedium - Light
FRUITMedium - Light
ACIDITYMedium - High
Serving temperature:
8-10°C (46-50°F)

Food Pairing


Salads
Salads		 Vinegar
Vinegar		 Garlic
Garlic		 Salmon
Salmon

Crab
Seafood		 Lobster
Lobster		 Fish
Fish		 Chicken
Chicken

Airén is an easy-drinking wine with moderate acidity.

It pairs best with rich white fish and seafood, especially with lemon-heavy flavors.

Pairing Suggestions

Excellent Pairing:
Salads with Lemon Vinaigrette.
Garlic Prawns. Soups.
Seafood. Crab. Lobster.
White Fish. Lemon Butter Sauce.
Cured Ham. Smoked Salmon.
Roasted Chicken. Grilled Chicken Breasts.

Cheese:
Savory Cheeses.
Manchego. Asiago. Beaufort. Cantal. Cheddar. Comté.

Spanish Specialities:
Seafood Paella.
Quiche.
Scallops.
Jumbo Salad.
Claypot Rice with Fish.
Ginger Roasted Salmon.
Grilled Sardines in Green Pepper.