Luis Seabra, Xisto 'Granito Cru', Alvarinho

Country: Portugal  Region: Vinho Verde 

Grape: Alvarinho Vintage: 2021

Category: White Wine  Style: Dry

Producer: Luis Seabra

Luis Seabra is regarded as one of the leaders of the Portuguese wine renaissance. His winery was founded in 2013, but he draws from over two decades of experience in the industry, from working as a soil expert in Vinho Verde to producing revolutionary still wines in Douro. He compares his wines to jazz music - experimental and endlessly varied. However, unlike jazz music, they are not necessarily an acquired taste - Luis Seabra’s wines can be enjoyed by anybody. The Granito Cru is crafted from 100% Alvarinho, and the fruits were harvested from their original birthplace, the region of Monçao e Melgaço in Vinho Verde. 

Tasting Notes: Strikingly bold on the palate, with pure notes of lemon, peach, apple and mango. The fruit notes are underpinned by an electrifying acidity and notable minerality. This wine is suitable for vegans and was made using low-intervention methods.