Veni, Vino, Variety

21 - Albariño


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🥂 Episode 21: Albariño – Ocean breeze

Meet Albariño—a bright, zesty white wine grape that brings the ocean breeze right to your glass. In this episode, we’re diving into the crisp charm of this coastal varietal and exploring what makes it such an underrated gem in the world of wine.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

- Where Albariño grows best—and why the sea plays such a big role in its flavor 
- What Albariño tastes like (think citrus, white peach, and salty sea air) 
- How Albariño is made and why winemakers skip the heavy oak treatment 
- What foods pair beautifully with this high-acid, seafood-loving sipper 
- A fun little legend involving monks, Riesling, and a bit of wine mystery 

If you’ve never tried Albariño, or haven't had it in a while, this episode might just inspire your next wine night. Don’t forget to tap follow or subscribe, and come along as we explore even more delicious grapes in the episodes ahead. Cheers!

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Veni, Vino, VarietyBy Pekka Salokannel