Albarino vs Xarello

Compare Albarino and Xarello: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.

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AlbarinoXarello
Colourblancblanc
Number of wines17792614
Average rating3.78 / 53.58 / 5
Producing countriesSpain, United States, Portugal, New Zealand, FranceSpain, Italy, France, Mexico, Germany

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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Xarello

Structured, aromatic whites with full body and firm acidity, with aromas of white flowers, yellow fruits, fennel, fresh almond, Mediterranean herbs and mineral notes. Central component of Cava DO (with macabeo and parellada), bringing structure and ageing potential to Catalan sparkling wines. Also as ambitious still whites in Penedès DO and Classic Penedès. Native Catalan variety.

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