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White grape

Albillo Mayor

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The principal white grape of Ribera del Duero. It is distinct from Albillo Real despite the shared first word.

Aromatic palette

Apple

apple · stone fruit

Read the structure.

acidityBalanced in familiar examples
tanninMinimal without skin contact
bodyMedium to full
alcoholVaries with ripeness and wine style

What could you confuse it with?

Bare Albillo is ambiguous; do not automatically link it to either Albillo cultivar.

In the vineyard

Ripening and harvest date influence sugar and acid balance.

Regional expressions

Spain

Ribera del Duero

The principal white grape within the DO.

Structure

Medium to full; balanced in familiar examples.

At the table

Serve whites chilled without masking aroma; give richer wines a little more warmth.

Explore Ribera del Duero

Cellar & service

Winemaking & development

Fresh, barrel-influenced and mature whites exist; check the actual wine.

Service & ageing

Serve whites chilled without masking aroma; give richer wines a little more warmth.

Pairing logic

Fresh dry styles can suit seafood or vegetables; richer whites suit fuller sauces. Confirm sweetness.