Serinë
| Serinë | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
| Color of berry skin | Blanc, Noir |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Also called | Lavardar |
| Origin |  Albania |
| Notable regions | Voskop, Polenë |
| Notable wines | Serinë e Bardhë, Serinë e Zezë |
| Breeding institute | IKPFV |
| Formation of seeds | Seeded |
| Sex of flowers | Hermaphrodite |
| VIVC number | 17814 |
Serinë (def. 'Serina') is an indigenous grape variety cultivated in the southern and southeastern parts of Albania.[1] It occurs in two phenotypic forms: "Serinë e Bardhë" (White Serinë) and "Serinë e Zezë" (Black Serinë). Both are used in winemaking, distillation and as table grapes.[2]
Ampelography
DNA analysis of sixteen Serinë grapevine samples from Voskop and Polenë found that the Albanian variety showed partial similarity with the French Syrah but no full genetic correspondence was observed.[3]
Serinë e Bardhë
Serinë e Bardhë is cultivated in vineyards and household vine arbors across Korçë, Pogradec, Leskovik, Devoll, Përmet, Gjirokastër and Tepelenë.[4] Its grapes reach maturity from late August to mid-September. At harvest, the must contains about 19–20% sugar and 6.2–6.4 g/L of tartaric acid, with a pH ranging from 3.5 to 3.8.
The variety is used mainly for the production of dry white wines which are clear and pale golden in color, with straw-colored hues. They have a distinct aromatic profile dominated by peach, green apple, pear and lemon. On the palate, the wines are fresh and medium-bodied, combining noticeable acidity with a balanced, fruit-forward character.
Serinë e Bardhë has good ageing potential and has been used in the production of rakia or consumed fresh as a table grape.[5]
Serinë e Zezë
Serinë e Zezë is cultivated mainly around Korçë, Pogradec, Leskovik and Ersekë. It ripens later than its white counterpart, with harvesting taking place from early to late September. At maturity, the grapes contain approximately 20–21% sugar and 5.8–6.2 g/L of tartaric acid. The clusters are medium-sized and moderately compact.
The wines have a deep ruby-red color with violet hues and a concentrated aromatic profile dominated by red and dark fruits. Cherry, sour cherry, blueberry and pomegranate are among the most pronounced aromas, while some wines also develop vanilla and mineral notes.
On the palate, the wines are medium- to full-bodied, with balanced acidity and soft tannins and may develop greater complexity with ageing.
In addition to red wine, Serinë e Zezë is used for the production of rakia and other grape distillates.[6]
See also
References
- ↑ Mihaljević, M. Žulj (2013). "Molecular characterization of old local grapevine varieties from South East European countries" (PDF). Vitis (52): 73.
- ↑ Çarka, Frida; Sevo, Rajmonda; Lazaj, Adhurim; Hobdari, Valbona (2018). "Study of agricultural, morphological and molecular characteristics of grapevine cultivar "Serinë e bardhë"" (PDF). Albanian Journal of Agricultural Sciences.
- ↑ Casadibari, Angela (2026). Genetic characterization of the Serine population for the sustainable Albanian viticulture. International Viticulture and Enology Society.
- ↑ Përcaktimi i Zonave të Prodhimit të Rrushit për Verë (PDF) (Report) (in Albanian). Tirana: Ministria e Bujqësisë dhe Zhvillimit Rural. 18 December 2025.
- ↑ Susaj, Lush (2024). "Identifikimi i Kultivarëve dhe i Ekotipeve të Hardhisë përmes Metodës Deskriptive dhe Skedës Ampelografike" (PDF). Vreshtaria dhe Verëtaria në Hapësirën Mbarëshqiptare. Akademia e Shkencave e Shqipërisë: 75.
- ↑ Çarka, Frida (2018). "Serinë e Zezë". Katalogu i Varieteteve të Fermerit. Instituti i Resurseve Gjenetike të Bimëve: 90.