Azal branco | |
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Grape (Vitis) | |
Color of berry skin | White |
Species | Vitis vinifera |
Also called | See list of synonyms |
Origin | Portugal |
Notable regions | Vinho Verde |
VIVC number | 815 |
Azal branco is a white Portuguese wine grape [1] planted primarily in the Minho region but with greater expansion to Amarante, Basto, Baião and Vale do Sousa sub-regions. [2] It noted for the high acidity of its wines, and is used for white Vinho Verde. [3] Varietal Azal Branco wines can be somewhat reminiscent of Riesling.
Total Portuguese plantations are around 5,100 hectares (13,000 acres), which makes it the second-most planted grape variety of Minho, after Loureiro. [4]
The Azal variety provides an intense green color when maturated and an aroma of citric fruits (such as lemon or green apple) [5] and nuts. It produces young, fresh yet acidic wines. [6]
Azal branco is also known under the synonyms Asal branco, Asal da Lixa, Azal bianco, Azal da Lixa, Carvalha, Carvalhal, Es Pinheira, Gadelhudo, and Pinheira. [1]
Azal branco | |
---|---|
Grape (Vitis) | |
Color of berry skin | White |
Species | Vitis vinifera |
Also called | See list of synonyms |
Origin | Portugal |
Notable regions | Vinho Verde |
VIVC number | 815 |
Azal branco is a white Portuguese wine grape [1] planted primarily in the Minho region but with greater expansion to Amarante, Basto, Baião and Vale do Sousa sub-regions. [2] It noted for the high acidity of its wines, and is used for white Vinho Verde. [3] Varietal Azal Branco wines can be somewhat reminiscent of Riesling.
Total Portuguese plantations are around 5,100 hectares (13,000 acres), which makes it the second-most planted grape variety of Minho, after Loureiro. [4]
The Azal variety provides an intense green color when maturated and an aroma of citric fruits (such as lemon or green apple) [5] and nuts. It produces young, fresh yet acidic wines. [6]
Azal branco is also known under the synonyms Asal branco, Asal da Lixa, Azal bianco, Azal da Lixa, Carvalha, Carvalhal, Es Pinheira, Gadelhudo, and Pinheira. [1]