The colour is pale yellow. On the nose notes of citrus and white flowers. In the mouth medium bodied, well balanced, and pleasant. Unfortunately, the aftertaste is rather short.
This white wine is made under the Gran Canaria Denominación de Origen. This designation’s Canarian wines are produced throughout the whole island. The vineyards sit on small plots of agricultural land in the medianías (mid-altitude areas) and peaks of Gran Canaria. The most commonly used grape for red wines is Listán Negro. In terms of whites, the most common grape is the Moscatel de Alejandría variety.
This exemplar is made with Albillo Criollo grapes. Albillo is a name used for a number of of grape varieties grown in Spain. The name derives from the Latin for white. DNA analysis has identified a number of different varieties.
I bought this bottle for 12.40 EUR at a supermarket in Gran Canaria, while on vacation.
Country: Spain
Region: Canary Islands
Grapes: Albillo Criollo
Type: White
Vintage: 2021
Producer: Frontón de Oro
Price range: Economic (<15 US$)
Pascal’s Enjoyment Index: 3/5