Why Albariño is more than a refreshing summer wine

Albariño has become a familiar name for wine lovers looking for something fresh, vibrant and a little different. But there's much more to this grape than a chilled glass of crisp white wine. Inspired by her recent study trip to Rías Baixas, Julia Lambeth DipWSET, an educator at WSET School London, explores what makes Albariño distinctive, what conditions it needs to thrive and how growers and winemakers are creating a surprisingly broad range of styles. From Vinho Verde to Uruguay, the story of Albariño may start in Spain but it doesn't end there. You can watch the original webinar recording on the WSET Global Events Hub. What makes Albariño distinctive Albariño tends to perform best in moderate climates, where it can retain its naturally high acidity without losing ripeness. That fine balance is why it often grows well in coastal regions. One of the key things to note about this variety is that it has relatively thick skins. For a white grape, that can be easy to overlook because the

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