Albarino vs Marsanne
Compare Albarino and Marsanne: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Albarino | Marsanne | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | blanc | blanc |
| Number of wines | 1779 | 2435 |
| Average rating | 3.78 / 5 | 3.82 / 5 |
| Producing countries | Spain, United States, Portugal, New Zealand, France | France, United States, Australia, Switzerland, Italy |
Albarino
Lively, aromatic whites with sharp acidity and a sleek palate, with intense aromas of citrus, white peach, apricot, white flowers, passion fruit and characteristic Atlantic saline-iodine notes. Tonic and long finish. Absolute star of Rías Baixas DO in Galicia (Spain) and signature of Portuguese Vinho Verde as Alvarinho (Monção e Melgaço). Native Iberian variety, exported to Uruguay, California and New Zealand.
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Rich, structured whites with a round palate and long finish, with aromas of ripe yellow fruits, honey, white flowers, toasted almond and mineral notes. Fine ageing potential, developing waxy and truffle nuances with age. Key variety in the great whites of the northern Rhône (Hermitage, Crozes-Hermitage, Saint-Joseph, Saint-Péray) blended with roussanne. Also exported to Australia (Victoria) and California. Native Rhône variety.
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