Albarino vs Sylvaner
Compare Albarino and Sylvaner: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.
| Albarino | Sylvaner | |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | blanc | blanc |
| Number of wines | 1779 | 1536 |
| Average rating | 3.78 / 5 | 3.70 / 5 |
| Producing countries | Spain, United States, Portugal, New Zealand, France | France, Switzerland, Germany, Czech Republic, 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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Lively, understated whites with a tender palate and fresh acidity, with delicate aromas of citrus, white flowers, green apple, hay and typical mineral notes. Light and refreshing finish. Made as easy dry whites and more structured lees-aged cuvées. Star of Alsace AOC (one of the historic varieties), absolute signature of German Franconia (Silvaner on shell-limestone soils) and present in Austria and Switzerland. Central European variety of Austrian origin.
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