It’s white wine season! Well it is in Phoenix anyway. Though the temperatures this time of year are
the very reason I moved to the Valley of the Sun, this year has been
exceptional with highs hovering around 80° F every day for the last week, and forecast for the
coming week as well. So, you aren’t
reading this to get a weather report? Sorry, I can’t help myself.
This week’s Wine Wednesday feature the 2016 Granbazán Albarino
Etiqueta Verde is the perfect wine for warm sunny days. From the Rias Baixas region of Spain, this
Albarino (pronounced Al-boh- REEN- Yoh) is a great representation of the
indigenous varietal. Etiqueta Verde translates as “green label”, denoting the entry-level
offering from Granbazán.
On the nose, honeydew, kiwi, and grassy notes. It’s
wonderfully zippy and refreshing on the tongue with herbal and citrus notes on
the palate. The finish is crisp and citrusy, with a bit of salinity lingering. The Rias Baixas is a coastal sub-region of
the Galicia region in Northwestern Spain, and the cool, damp sea air contributes
to this delicious wine. If you like Vermentino; try this Albarino. We enjoyed
this with Lobster Risotto (used it in the recipe too). Try also with Steamed
Mussels. Click the links below to print or save the recipe pairing suggestions.
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