Wines made from Loureiro grapes of Minho
Discover the best wines made with Loureiro as a single variety or as a blend of Minho.
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 Minho
Minho is Portugal's Northernmost wine region. It is known for one wine style above all others: crisp, light, white Vinho Verde, whose DOC zone covers the same territory. The Minho name is used for the area's Vinho Regional designation (similar to the French IGP). The latter's looser production laws allow more diversity in the average winery's portfolio, including red and rosé wines.
What are the typical flavors of the Loureiro grape variety?
- Citrus fruitPresent in 13% of Loureiro
- Tree fruitPresent in 9% of Loureiro
- EarthPresent in 5% of Loureiro
- Tropical fruitPresent in 4% of Loureiro
- OakPresent in 2% of Loureiro