These days the harvests begin in many places in the North Hemisphere and we want to take advantage of this context to let you know all white grape varieties that exist. Discover here some of its characteristics in each of them, along with the area where its cultivation is typical.
airen
It is one of white grape varieties more planted. It predominates in Castilla la Mancha and is the main variety of the DO Wines of Madrid. The variety is also known by the names of lairén, valdepeñera and manchega.
With large clusters, it is a variety Very resistant to drought and also to diseases. It is a variety characterized more by production than by quality since it is not very aromatic. Its alcoholic strength is high and produces full-bodied wines. Its aroma is basically citric so fresh wines are obtained. When the vine is old, production drops and very interesting wines are obtained.
Albariño
It is the main variety of the D.O Rías Baixas, although they are planted in other areas of the Cantabrian Sea. The grape has a cluster and a small grain. The strain is very sensitive to drought. It is a variety of a lot of quality. It should be planted in Galician areas in trellises to be able to capture the greatest light. It has clearly fruity aromas and high acidity, which produces long-lived wines and with a persistent presence in the mouth.
Albillo
It is a very interesting variety for being neutral and to be part of many blends. It is one of white grape varieties for the DO Wines of Madrid also. Thus, it is grown mainly in Castile and Galicia. Its clusters are small and very compact. Although it is resistant to drought, it is not resistant to frost and not to diseases.
El Albillo has a low acidity and it is very fruity, with very tender skin, has also been consumed as table grapes.
cannon
This variety has its origin in Aragon. Although it is currently a minority, it is a variety present in the Somontano and monegros. It has a medium level of alcohol and acidity, it has a fruity aroma and a 'vanilla' finish. It resists well to drought but its production is low. He is currently recovering in the area of Somontano.
