Alarije is a minor variety of white wine grape from Spain. It is most often used in blends.[1]
| Alarije | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
| Color of berry skin | Blanc |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Also called | Alarije Dorada, Barcelonés (more) |
| Origin | Spain |
| Notable regions | Extremadura |
| VIVC number | 213 |
History
editAlarije is thought to originate in Spain. DNA analysis had shown that it was part of the Malvasia family,[2] but more recent DNA analysis suggests that it is genetically distinct from Malvasia.[3]
Distribution and Wines
editSpain
editAlarije is quite common in Extremadura, particularly in the Cañamero district. It is one of the varieties authorised for the Ribera del Guadiana Denominación de Origen Protegida (DOP).[4]
Vine and Viticulture
editTo thrive in Extremadura, it must be tolerant of heat and drought.
Synonyms
editAlarije is also known under the synonyms Aceria, Alarije Dorado, Alarije Verdoso, Arin, Aris, Barcelonés, Malvasía de Rioja, Malvasía Riojana, Rojal, Subirat, Subirat Parent, Villanueva, and Villanueva de La Serena.[5]
References
edit
- ^ Robinson, Jancis Vines, Grapes & Wines Mitchell Beazley 1986 ISBN 1-85732-999-6
- ^ Borrego, J; M. T. de Andrés; J. L. Gómez; J. Ibáñez (2002). Genetic Study of Malvasia and Torrontes Groups through Molecular Markers (PDF). Am. J. Enol. Vitic. pp. 53:2:125–130. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2007-09-28. Retrieved 2007-06-21.
- ^ J. Robinson, J. Harding and J. Vouillamoz Wine Grapes - A complete guide to 1,368 vine varieties, including their origins and flavours ISBN 978-1-846-14446-2
- ^ J. Robinson (ed) "The Oxford Companion to Wine" Third Edition pg 9 Oxford University Press 2006 ISBN 0-19-860990-6
- ^ Alarije Archived 2011-07-19 at the Wayback Machine, Vitis International Variety Catalogue, accessed on June 21, 2010
Further reading
edit- Robinson, Jancis Vines, Grapes & Wines Mitchell Beazley 1986 ISBN 1-85732-999-6