Loureiro means laurel in Portuguese, and the grape is named for the very floral scent it leaves in the glass - an aromatic counterpart to the more citrus-driven Alvarinho from the same collaboration.
Expert's Description
Niepoort ADN Loureiro 2021 is a Portuguese white wine from Vinho Verde, made from 100% Loureiro and bottled at 12%.
The grapes are hand-picked into small crates and transported quickly and cool to the winery, where they are gently pressed and cold-settled for 48-72 hours before a long, slow fermentation at low temperature in stainless steel. The wine is then aged on its fine lees with regular stirring, adding structure without taking away from its freshness.
Like the house's Alvarinho, this wine is a collaboration between Dirk Niepoort, fifth generation of the family behind the Douro-based house founded in 1842, and Anselmo Mendes, one of the winemakers who has defined modern Vinho Verde.
Where Alvarinho is often praised for its salinity, Loureiro is known for its floral, perfumed aroma and slightly lighter body - two sides of the same region's character, gathered under the ADN name.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Intense floral scent of elderflower and white rose, complemented by green apple and a touch of herbs.
Palate
Lively and juicy with citrus and green fruit, carried by a bright, almost salty acidity.
Finish
Fresh and light, with a lingering floral echo and a faint herbal bitterness.
Specifications
Name: Niepoort ADN Loureiro 2021
Winery: Niepoort
Region/Country: Vinho Verde, Portugal
Type: Portuguese White Wine
Grape varieties: Loureiro
ABV: 12%
Size: 70 CL
Ageing: Stainless steel (on lees with bâtonnage)
Vintage: 2021
EAN no.: 5603977005716
Serving suggestion: Serve at 8-10°C in a white wine glass, with sushi, salads or light fish
Flavour Profile
Floral · Bright acidity · Light · Aromatic
Did You Know?
The Loureiro grape can produce such an intense floral aroma that winemakers in the region sometimes describe it as "perfumed" - a trait that has made it popular in international blind tastings of aromatic white wines.
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