"It still seems just as fresh, balanced, and sunny, as well as surprisingly full-bodied, but owner Pedro Araujo said it lacked a bit of acidity. It is by no means flat, however. This adds perfect balance, classic aromas, and a pure expression of fruit. Yet it doesn’t resemble one of the spicy, tight Loureiros that Ameal often produces either. It’s still just a baby, and this is a vintage that generally ages well” (Wine Advocate 2019)
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Eye
A light, pure color
Nose
A nice balance between floral and fruity notes
Palate
Full-bodied, with a crisp texture and lingering fruitiness
Serve
At 8-10°C
Drink before
2025
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with fish, exotic dishes...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2019 guide) 89/100 (Very good wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The 2018 Loureiro is the winery’s classic version, meaning “unaged in oak.” Of course, it is dry and still, which is true of all the estate’s wines. It contains 12% alcohol, less than 1.5 grams of sugar, and 5.8 grams of total acidity. It still seems as fresh, balanced, and sunny as ever, as well as surprisingly full-bodied, but owner Pedro Araujo noted that it lacked a bit of acidity. It is not flat, however. It offers perfect balance, classic aromas, and pure fruit expression. Yet it doesn’t resemble one of the spicy, tight Loureiros that Ameal often produces either. It’s just a baby, and this is a cuvée that generally ages well. Let’s start here and see how it ages in a few years.