Wine · Medium strength

Albariño

Saline, peachy, ocean-adjacent — Galicia's seafood whisperer.

How to order it: Rías Baixas. If it swims, Albariño pairs with it.

Flavor profile

Sweetness3
Bitterness1
Strength4
Freshness9
Richness2
Sparkle0
Daring5

The proper serve

  • Chill to 45–50°F
  • White wine glass
  • Drink within two years of vintage
  • Pairs: oysters, shellfish, ceviche
  • Rías Baixas is the homeland
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