Albarino
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2025
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Fresh oysters, grilled seafood, fish tacos
✨ Technical Specifications
Scheid Vineyards' Albariño is a brilliant expression of how this classic Iberian grape thrives in the cool, wind-swept terroir of Monterey County. Sourced from estate vineyards influenced by the deep submarine canyon of Monterey Bay—often referred to as the 'Blue Grand Canyon'—the vines benefit from morning fog and strong afternoon winds. This dramatic maritime climate mimics the coastal conditions of Galicia, Spain, allowing the Albariño grapes to ripen slowly while retaining their signature vibrant acidity. Fermented entirely in stainless steel tanks to preserve its pure fruit character, this wine showcases bright citrus, white peach, and mineral notes, backed by the sustainable, wind-powered craftsmanship that defines the Scheid estate.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1972 by Al Scheid, Scheid Vineyards is a pioneering wine estate nestled in the heart of Monterey County's Salinas Valley in California. Over five decades, the family-owned operation has expanded across twelve distinct estate vineyards, leveraging the dramatic maritime cooling of the Monterey Bay to cultivate diverse grape varieties. Committed to forward-thinking stewardship, the winery is entirely powered by renewable wind energy and follows rigorous certified sustainable farming practices. Scheid Vineyards is celebrated for its diverse portfolio of vibrant white, red, and rosé wines, producing acclaimed varietal bottlings such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Albariño, and Barbera, alongside handcrafted cuvées like the Claret Reserve.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Albariño
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5-14.1%