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Albariño Wine Information and Facts
One of the most interesting characteristics about the grape is the way it is grown. The vines are trained on a trellis system so that that they are high off the ground. The area is on the Atlantic coast, which makes for a soggy and wet climate. This trellis system protects the grapes from rot. Albariño is a wonderful refreshing wine that pairs well with seafood. It is a wine with very clear characteristics. Some think it has a subtle effervescence. In the Rias Baixas region, Albariño is the main varietal grape. There are nearly 7000 acres of the Albariño grapes. Within the Rias Baixas Denomination of Origin (D.O.) there are five sub zones. Albariño has become a very popular wine in the United States and can easily be found at all fine wine shops within the range of $10 to $20. The wine is fermented and aged in stainless steel and the wine is usually released within one year.
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