Wines made from Loureiro grapes of Alentejano
Discover the best wines made with Loureiro as a single variety or as a blend of Alentejano.
More informations about the variety Loureiro
Most certainly Portuguese. Loureiro is part of the grape varieties of many Spanish and Portuguese appellations, including the famous Vinho Verde. It would be a close relative of the albarino and the sousão.
More informations about the region of Alentejano
Tejo">Alentejo is a well-known, highly respected wine region in eastern Portugal. This hot, Dry area covers approximately a third of the country and is best known for its red wine, the best of which are sold under the and Alentejo DOC (Denominacao de Origem Controlada) title. Wine from Alentejo is typically made from Aragonez (Tempranillo), Castelao, Trincadeira or a Rich, ripe, jammy blend of the three. Antao Vaz is the white variety of choice here, producing a good level of Acidity and tropical fruit flavors.
What are the typical flavors of the Loureiro grape variety?
- Tropical fruitPresent in 2% of Loureiro
- EarthPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- JasminePresent in 1% of Loureiro
- HoneyPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- MelonPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- StrawPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- Passion fruitPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- Orange blossomPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- MangoPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- Non oakPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- MicrobioPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- OrangePresent in 1% of Loureiro
- VegetalPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- OakPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- SpicesPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- Black fruitPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- FloralPresent in 1% of Loureiro
- Honeydew melonPresent in 1% of Loureiro
News about the grape variety Loureiro
Spanish wine giant CVNE expands into Rías Baixas with La Val purchase
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