Alarije
Grape (Vitis)
Color of berry skinBlanc
SpeciesVitis vinifera
Also calledAlarije Dorada, Barcelonés (more)
OriginSpain
Notable regionsExtremadura
VIVC number213

Alarije is a minor variety of white wine grape from Spain. It is most often used in blends.

History

Alarije is thought to originate in Spain. DNA analysis had shown that it was part of the Malvasia family,[1] but more recent DNA analysis suggests that it is genetically distinct from Malvasia.[2]

Distribution and Wines

Spain

Alarije 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).[3]

Vine and Viticulture

To thrive in Extremadura, it must be tolerant of heat and drought.

Synonyms

Alarije 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.[4]

References

  1. ^ 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.
  2. ^ 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
  3. ^ J. Robinson (ed) "The Oxford Companion to Wine" Third Edition pg 9 Oxford University Press 2006 ISBN 0-19-860990-6
  4. ^ Alarije Archived 2011-07-19 at the Wayback Machine, Vitis International Variety Catalogue, accessed on June 21, 2010

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