COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Loureiro
PRODUCER
Aveleda
REGION
Vinho Verde
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Medium-dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Aveleda Loureiro Vinho Verde is a white wine from the Vinho Verde DOC in Portugal, produced by the historic family-owned estate, Quinta da Aveleda. Founded in 1870, Aveleda's winemaking philosophy centers on 'Small Details. Great Wines.', emphasizing minimal intervention to express the purity of the grape. The Loureiro grape, native to the region, is known for its distinctive aromatic qualities, with 'Loureiro' translating to 'laurel'. Aveleda employs a unique viticulture model in areas like the Vale do Lima to cultivate grapes with enhanced aroma and sugar concentration, reflecting the specific terroir of Vinho Verde.
ALCOHOL
11.5%
AVG. PRICE
€16
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
3-7°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Loureiro grapes are named after the laurel tree, known for their distinct floral aroma.
Fact 02
Aveleda is Canada's most loved Vinho Verde brand.
Fact 03
The winery has a winemaking history spanning over 150 years.
Fact 04
The name 'Vinho Verde' translates to 'green wine', referring to its youthfulness, not its color.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Aveleda Loureiro Vinho Verde involves harvesting Loureiro grapes at their peak ripeness. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures to preserve the grape's aromatic profile. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a period of aging on fine lees, with regular stirring to develop texture and complexity. Aveleda utilizes a specific viticulture model designed to enhance the natural concentration of aromas and sugars in the grapes, contributing to the wine's distinctive character.
