LUIS SEABRA VINHOS
Douro, Portugal
For nearly two decades, the former winemaker for Dirk Niepoort, Luis Seabra has been at the center of a cultural shift in Portuguese winemaking, leading a movement of young, independent winemakers making history by reclaiming historical vineyards, grape varieties, and techniques. After a celebrated career as a soil researcher in Vinho Verde,enology instructor, and producer of world-famous still wines in Douro, Seabra finally launched his own small winery in 2013, Luis Seabra Vinhos. His work is dedicated to proving that fresh, elegant, terroir-driven still wines can be made in this region, despite centuries of byzantine traditions that favour commodity growers, overripe fruit, and massive internationally owned wineries. Nestled in the hills of the subregion Cima Corgo, almost 2,000 feet above sea-level, Luis farms his vineyards with minimal intervention, respecting the mineral-filled soil above all else. His vines, co-planted red and white varieties (naturally) see a drastic temperature change from day to night, leading to an extended maturation on the vine.
Luis Seabra Granito Cru 100 percent Alvarinho is an exquisitely contoured white wine, boasting profound mineral aromatics, nuances of white blossoms and pale-fleshed fruits. On the palate, it presents a citrusy profile, vibrant freshness, and a luscious creamy texture. The finish lingers, marked by delightful hints of salinity.
Bright violet. On the nose, snappy aromas of red and blue fruit, overlaid with a distinct schist mineral note. On the palate, bright and punchy, with sour cherry, plum, tart blueberry tightly wrapped in floral and mineral tones. Mouthwatering acidity and soft skin tannin provide lovely balance to the fruit. Drink with a slight chill.
100 percent Castelão
This is an eloquent red wine, exuding scents of ripe, dark berries complemented by hints of supple leather. On the palate, it reveals itself as vibrant, delectable, and impeccably structured. This wine boasts mature tannins alongside a balanced acidity. The finish is invigorating and enduring.
Rufete, Tinta Amarela, Tinta barroca, Tinta roriz, Touriga franca
Dark ruby. On the nose, mineral driven aromas of red berries, forest floor, green herbs and smoke. On the palate, lively acidity cuts through a core of fraise de bois, ripe strawberry and sour cherry, with excellent cut and precision to the wet stone and dusty mineral on the finish.
Rufete, Touriga Franca, Tinta Carvalha, Alicante Bouchet, Tinta Roriz, Donzelinho Tinto, Malvazia Preta
This is an elegantly contoured white wine, exuding an intense bouquet of tropical and citrus fruits, interwoven with hints of white blossoms and mineral undertones. On the palate, it is succulent, richly concentrated, and vibrant. It reveals a profound texture, a zesty acidity, and a persistent finish, culminating in a delicate saline aftertaste.
Códega do Larinto, Gouveio, Rabigato, Verdelho and Viosinho
Bright violet. On the nose, snappy aromas of red and blue fruit, overlaid with a distinct schist mineral note. On the palate, bright and punchy, with sour cherry, plum, tart blueberry tightly wrapped in floral and mineral tones. Mouthwatering acidity and soft skin tannin provide lovely balance to the fruit. Drink with a slight chill.
100 percent Castelão
Bright violet. On the nose, snappy aromas of red and blue fruit, overlaid with a distinct schist mineral note. On the palate, bright and punchy, with sour cherry, plum, tart blueberry tightly wrapped in floral and mineral tones. Mouthwatering acidity and soft skin tannin provide lovely balance to the fruit. Drink with a slight chill.
100 percent Castelão
Luis Seabra Granito Cru Dão Encruzado-blend is an exquisitely contoured white wine, boasting profound mineral aromatics, nuances of white blossoms and pale-fleshed fruits. On the palate, it presents a citrusy profile, vibrant freshness, and a luscious creamy texture. The finish lingers, marked by delightful hints of salinity.
Fresh red cherry and blueberry fruit aromas, with hints of wet stone and violets. On the palate the wine is full bodied with bright acidity to balance the red cherry and pomegranate fruit. White pepper, slate and herbal aromas linger with the ripe fruit on a juicy, fresh finish.
30% Touriga Franca, 20% Tinta Amarela, 20% Tinta Roriz, 10% Rufete, 10% Tinta Barroca, 5% Malvasia Petra, 5% Donzelinho Tinto
On the nose, stone and orchard fruit dominate with flinty wet stone and white pepper laid over the dominant aromatics. On the palate the wine is impressively bright and mineral driven, with flavours of lemon, green apple and pear with a touch of floral notes and minerality.
60% Rabigato, 15% Gouveio, 15% Codega, 10% Viosinho
Mono A is Luís Seabra’s tribute to the individuality of great vineyards. Produced with a minimalist philosophy that allows terroir to shine, it offers purity, precision and energy. Complex layers of fruit, texture and minerality make it a fascinating expression of contemporary Portuguese winemaking. 100% Alfrocheiro.