Five Portuguese Grape Varieties You’ve Never Heard Of

Portugal’s deliciously crisp, zesty Vinho Verde wines may be most closely associated with Alvarinho – Spain’s Albariño – but it’s certainly not the only star here. Until quite recently the vigorous Loureiro variety was generally regarded as more useful for quantity rather than any serious quality. But an increasing number of producers in this northern region of Portugal have now recognised its potential when yields are kept low.