Italian Grapes
Albarola
Albarola is an Italian white wine grape from Liguria and Puglia.
Most of the plantings are found in the Cinqueterre and La Spezia region of Liguria.
The grape is commonly blended with other Ligurian varieties such as Bosco and Vermentino.
Albarola Flavors
 Lemon |
 Lime |
 Apple |
 Pear |
 Peach |
 Grapefruit |
 Daffodil |
 Rosemary |
 Pine Nuts |
 Basil |
 Almond |
 Salt |
Salinity, Lime, and Green Apple are typical Albarola flavors, with delicate hints of Pine Nuts, Basil, and Minerals.
The bitter aftertaste reminds of the white peel in a grapefruit.
About Albarola
Albarola is best known for Ligurian white wines.
The Albarola grape is the major component in:
- Colli di Luni DOC
- Colline di Levanto DOC
- Val Polcèvera DOC
Albarola is also notably featured in Cinque Terre DOC wines, where it is blended with other local varieties such as Bosco and Vermentino.
Colli di Luni DOC
Colli di Luni is an DOC appelation located around Massa and La Spezia in northwestern Italy.
The DOC is a part of both Liguria and Toscana.
| Bianco DOC | Min 35% Vermentino. 25–40% Trebbiano. Max 30% OAWG |
| Albarola DOC | Min 85% Albarola + OAWG |
| Vermentino DOC | Min 90% Vermentino + OAWG |
| Superiore DOC | 100% Vermentino |
Cinque Terre Bianco DOC
Cinque Terre Bianco was established as a DOC in 1973:
| Name | Description |
| Bosco DOC | Min 80% Bosco, Max 20% OAG |
| Albarola DOC | Min 80% Albarola, Max 20% OAG |
| Vermentino DOC | Min 80% Vermentino, Max 20% OAG |
The DOC has 3 subzones:
- Costa da Posa
- Costa de Campu
- Costa de Sera
Wine Region Liguria
Climate
Liguria's vineyards are situated along the rugged coastline, often on steep terraced hillsides. The proximity to the sea influences its climate, creating a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers. The sea breezes help moderate temperatures, providing a favorable environment for grape cultivation.
Black Grapes |
White Grapes |
12% Rossese |
28% Vermentino |
Red Wines |
White Wines |
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Albarola |
Denominations
Cinque Terre / Cinque Terre Sciacchetrà DOCColli di Luni DOC
Colline di Levanto DOC
Golfo del Tigullio–Portofino / Portofino DOC
Pornassio / Ormeasco di Pornassio DOC
Riviera Ligure di Ponente DOC
Rossese di Dolceacqua / Dolceacqua DOC
Val Polcèvera DOC
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