Wines made from Albillo mayor grapes of Arlanza
Discover the best wines made with Albillo mayor as a single variety or as a blend of Arlanza.
More informations about the variety Albillo mayor
Structured, fat dry whites with a pale golden robe, an ample palate and preserved acidity of refined yellow fruits (pear, peach, apricot), candied citrus, white flowers, fennel and calcareous mineral notes. Fine lees-ageing potential. Emerging star of Ribera del Duero DO whites (officially approved in 2019) on the Castilian high plateaus. Native Spanish grape of the upper Douro valley, descendant of hebén, in full qualitative revival.
More informations about the region of Castille-et-Léon
High-altitude DO in Old Castile (Burgos, Palencia), Arlanza Valley, vineyards at 750–1,000 m on clay-limestone soils, harsh continental climate providing natural freshness and acidity. Tempranillo (Tinta del País) is the signature red: structured and cool with black cherry, plum, leather, tobacco, herbs and pepper, firm tannins and altitude-preserved acidity. Garnacha rounds out the reds; floral Albillo in whites. Neighbour to Ribera del Duero.
What are the typical flavors of the Albillo mayor grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Albillo mayor
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Albillo mayor