Albillo

**Albillo** is a white grape from Spain, associated in particular with the Castilla region of the central plateau, where it is prized for its aromatic, textured whites. **In the glass** — It gives a pale, medium-bodied wine with white-flower, orchard-fruit and subtle nutty notes, a smooth, slightly glyceric texture and moderate acidity. **Where it grows** — Central Spain is its stronghold, notably around the Sierra de Gredos and Castilla areas, where old bush vines at altitude yield concentrated, mineral-tinged whites; it is sometimes also blended into local reds to soften them. **At the table** — Good with roast poultry, pork, creamy dishes and mild cheeses. **Cellaring** — Generally best in its youth, though the finest old-vine bottlings can develop attractively over a few years.

Wines

• Majuelo del Chiviritero Viñedo Propio — Casa la Piedra
• Reserva — Dominio del Águila
• Últimas Huellas “Parcelas” Albillo Real — Esteban Celemín