Wines made from Espadeiro grapes of Vinho Verde
Discover the best wines made with Espadeiro as a single variety or as a blend of Vinho Verde.
More informations about the variety Espadeiro
Light, fresh reds and rosés with a clear ruby or vivid pink robe, smooth tannins and a slender palate with lively acidity. Signature aromas of red fruits (strawberry, raspberry, redcurrant), soft spices and fresh floral notes. Airy Atlantic profile, best drunk young. Often blended with Vinhão and Borraçal, it features in Vinho Verde reds and rosés from the Minho. Native Portuguese black grape of the Vinho Verde zone around Amarante.
More informations about the region of Minho
Portuguese star of fresh, slightly sparkling white. High-end Alvarinho in Monção and Melgaço: mineral, precise whites with signature notes of lemon, white peach, flowers and a tense saline finish. Aromatic Loureiro (orange blossom, bay leaf), round Trajadura, full Avesso, lively Arinto. Light natural effervescence, low alcohol (9-11°), sharp vivacity: ideal aperitif and seafood.
What are the typical flavors of the Espadeiro grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 1% of Espadeiro
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Espadeiro
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Espadeiro
- Red fruitPresent in 1% of Espadeiro
- Black fruitPresent in 1% of Espadeiro