Albariño (Alvarinho)
An aromatic white variety known as Alvarinho in Portugal & Albariño in Spain, where it is grown in the wet north west region of Galicia. Wines possess distinctive aromatic, peachy characteristics, similar to Viognier. Also similar to White Traminer, the white form of Gewürztraminer. Berries have a thick skin & are reported to be very rain resistant. May be well suited to wetter wine-growing regions of NZ. Called Spain's great gift to the wine world by noted critic Robert Parker.
Budburst - Early, Harvest - Early
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Albariño (Alvarinho) Mass Selection
- Riversun Premium Import
- Sourced from Spain (Galicia)
Virus Status
2010: Tested positive for Rupestris Stem Pitting Virus and Grapevine Fleck Virus
Viticulture
Young vines with very loose open clusters, small berries and vigorous growth.
Disease tolerance
Berries have a thick skin and are able to withstand wet conditions - high tolerance to Botrytis and other bunch rots.
Flavour profile
Aromatic with lime, Cape Gooseberry, muscat and quince flavours - will make lovely aromatic wines with crisp acidity.
Albariño (Alvarinho) Plansel 635
- Riversun Premium Import
- Sourced from Portugal (Plansel Nursery)
Virus Status
2010: Tested positive for Rupestris Stem Pitting Virus
General Comments
Selection made by George Boehm at Plansel Nursery, the only Portuguese nursery involved in clonal selection.
Albariño (Alvarinho) Plansel 636
- Riversun Premium Import
- Sourced from Portugal (Plansel Nursery)
Virus Status
2010: Tested positive for Rupestris Stem Pitting Virus and Grapevine Fleck Virus
General Comments
Selection made by George Boehm at Plansel Nursery, the only Portuguese nursery involved in clonal selection.
