Bath Chronicle

Our pick of the best white wine to enjoy with seafood

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TASTE The difference albarino 2016, RIAS baixas, Galicia, Spain (£8.50, Sainsbury’s)

Spain’s answer to muscadet, the crisp, clean flavours of albarino (Galicia’s flagship grape) have a natural affinity for seafood. a brisk style with floral aromas, inviting peach and apricot notes, even some green apple and lime, well-balanced acidity and a zesty minerality makes it just the ticket with seafood tapas, grilled fish and even paella.

exquisite collection clare valley RIESLING 2017, australia (£6.99, aldi)

a dry riesling with grassy aromas, limey acidity and a streak of minerality that works so well with shrimp and a squeeze of lime (or any foods that have ‘green’ flavours, such as Thai seafood curry). But with sun-kissed apple, lime and lemony notes you might expect in a riesling from down Under, there’s depth and intensity. Lots of fun and great value.

abbotts & delaunay FRUITS Sauvage Sauvignon blanc 2017, South of france (£9.99, Majestic)

With a commitment to quality over quantity, abbotts & delaunay have sealed their reputation as a premium producer in the Languedoc. This new release sings from the glass and captures sauvignon blanc’s classic character - but with a roundness, complexity and blossomy, fruity freshness. again, a perfect partner with fish stews, sardines, shellfish, grilled fish and, of course, fresh crab.

anselmo Mendes alvarinho 2017, portugal (£13.49, laithwaite­s)

a Terrific introducti­on to portuguese alvarinho (albarino) from the Vinho Verde region, this is a floraledge­d, seriously stylish expression, with ripe peach, tropical fruits and a hint of lemon mingling on a silky palate with beams of freshness from beginning to end. While it pairs equally well with sardines or grilled fish, this wine has an intensity that should really be appreciate­d on its own before you dive into the food.

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