Structure

Bodylight
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 1 to 7 years from vintage.
vintage1 yrs7 yrs9 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Light-bodiedHigh acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: bay leaf, lemon blossom, white peach, spring meadow

Palate: citrus, stone fruit, fresh herbs, saline lift

The Aphros biodynamic Loureiro reference from the Lima valley: bay-leaf and spring-flower aromatics over a saline citrus frame, Demeter-certified since 2007.

What it pairs with

  • Polvo a lagareiro Find polvo a lagareiro on TableJourney →
    Bay-leaf aromatics and saline citrus drive partner the olive-oil-roasted octopus; the high-acid frame cuts the oil.
  • Grilled sea bream
    Lemon-blossom register and stone fruit lift Atlantic white fish; mineral salinity matches sea-salt seasoning.
  • Vegetable summer rolls
    Loureiro's herbal aromatic profile pairs Vietnamese herbs and rice paper; high acidity balances dipping sauces.
  • Fresh goat cheese
    Spring-meadow aromatics and racy acidity lift fresh chevre and partner citrus-dressed accompaniments.

History

Vasco Croft founded Aphros at Refoios do Lima in 2003 and converted the estate to biodynamics, achieving Demeter certification in 2007. The Aphros Loureiro is the estate's reference wine and one of the Lima sub-region's most expressive Loureiros.

  1. 2003: Vasco Croft founds Aphros at Refoios do Lima
  2. 2007: Aphros achieves Demeter biodynamic certification

Facts

Producer
Aphros Wine · visiting guide
Grapes
Loureiro (100%)
Classification
DOC Vinho Verde
Oak
Stainless steel; four to six months on fine lees
ABV
11.5%
Price
EUR 16 to 22 at retail
Drinking window
1-7 from vintage
First vintage
2003
Biodynamic
Demeter Certified
Organic
ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Vegan
Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Aphros Loureiro

What does Aphros Loureiro taste like?

Bay leaf, lemon blossom, white peach and spring meadow on the nose; citrus, stone fruit, fresh herbs and a saline lift on the palate. Light-bodied with high acidity and a long mineral close.

When should I drink Aphros Loureiro?

Drink within 1 to 7 years of vintage. Built for freshness but with enough acidity and lees to develop three to five years in bottle.

Is Aphros Loureiro biodynamic?

Yes. Aphros has been Demeter-certified biodynamic since 2007, making it one of the first Portuguese estates and the Vinho Verde reference for biodynamic Loureiro.

What food pairs with Aphros Loureiro?

Polvo a lagareiro, grilled sea bream, vegetable summer rolls and fresh goat cheese. The bay-leaf and citrus register suits seafood, salads and lighter Asian cuisine.

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