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Structure
Drinking window
Best 0 to 4 years from vintage.
vintage0 yrs4 yrs8 yrs
Critic scores
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In the glass
Aroma: bay leaf, lemon blossom, white peach, fresh herb
Palate: citrus, stone fruit, racy acidity, saline lift
The Aveleda single-variety Loureiro: bay leaf and lemon blossom over a racy citrus frame. The Castas range shows native Vinho Verde grapes individually.
What it pairs with
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Grilled sea bream
Bay-leaf aromatics and saline lift partner Atlantic white fish; high-acid drive keeps the dish bright. -
Salt-cod fritters
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Citrus drive and racy acidity cut fritter oils and refresh between bites. -
Cataplana de marisco
Loureiro's herbal register lifts shellfish broth and tomato-and-pepper base. -
Goat cheese salad
Spring-herb aromatics and crisp acidity lift fresh cheese and citrus dressings.
History
The Aveleda Castas range showcases native Vinho Verde grape varieties bottled individually; the Loureiro was added in the mid-2000s as Vinho Verde markets developed appetite for varietal Loureiros.
- 2005: Aveleda Castas single-variety Loureiro launched
Facts
- Producer
- Quinta da Aveleda · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Loureiro (100%)
- Classification
- DOC Vinho Verde
- Oak
- Stainless steel; four months on lees
- ABV
- 11.5%
- Price
- EUR 10 to 14 at retail
- Drinking window
- 0-4 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2005
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Aveleda Castas Loureiro
What does Aveleda Castas Loureiro taste like?
Bay leaf, lemon blossom, white peach and fresh herb on the nose; citrus, stone fruit, racy acidity and a saline lift on the palate. Light-bodied with high acidity and a medium clean close.
When should I drink it?
Drink within 0 to 4 years of vintage. Built for youthful freshness and the bay-leaf aromatic register fades after two years.
What is the Aveleda Castas range?
Castas is the Aveleda single-variety range showcasing the native Vinho Verde grapes bottled individually rather than blended. Includes Loureiro, Alvarinho and Avesso.
What food pairs with Aveleda Castas Loureiro?
Grilled sea bream, salt-cod fritters, cataplana de marisco and goat cheese salad. Versatile across Atlantic-seafood and lighter cuisine.
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