Muros Antigos Loureiro

Technical Specification

Winery

Anselmo Mendes

Country
Portugal
Region
Vinho Verde
Vineyard Location
Lima
Climate
The vineyards are in half-hillside with a south-facing aspect along the sides of the Lima river receiving therefore all the freshness from the Atlantic ocean. This influence determines all the freshness and aromatic exuberance of the wine. This terroir provides in this way a wine full of freshness with a crystalline acidity and a marked salinity.
Soil
This region has granitic soils, deep and poor in organic matter.
Type
White
Vintage
2015
Variety
Loureiro
Winemaking
Handpicked grapes into small boxes and carried to the winery, in a refrigerated environment, in a short period of time. Pressing of the whole de-stemmed grape. Cold clarification for 48-72h. Long fermentation at low temperatures of 14- 18ºC. Minimum 4-month ageing on fine lees with regular bâtonnage.
Tasting Notes
Pale lemon green color. Exuberant nose where citric and tropical aromas arise. On the palate it’s a light wine, with a crispy and round acidity. Long length with citric, tropical and herbaceous flavors.
Alcohol Content
12% Vol
Total Acidity
7.2 g/L
Production
75,000 bottles
Winemaker
Anselmo Mendes
Longevity
8 years