Leleka Branco
- Brand
- Leleka
- Appellation
- DOC Vinho Verde
- Origin
- Portugal
- Colour / Type
- White
- Grape varieties
- Traditional Vinho Verde grape varieties
- Style
- Semi-dry
- Alcohol
- 10%
- Sugar
- 14 g/l
- Available sizes
- 750 ml
Leleka is the Ukrainian word for the white stork. In Ukraine the stork is a welcome sign of spring and a guardian of the home: a nest on the roof is believed to bring the family luck. The same bird is a familiar sight in Portugal, and on the country's southwest coast it does something it does nowhere else in the world: it builds its nests on the sea cliffs. The labels add a Ukrainian touch of their own, a woman's profile framed by flowers: sunflowers and cornflowers in blue and yellow on the white, red poppies on the rosé. The wine is a semi-dry Vinho Verde from the DOC region in Portugal's northwest.
Tasting notes
Crystal clear, with citrus tones. Citrus aromas with floral nuances. Refreshing and delicate, with balanced acidity.
Grapes and region
Traditional grape varieties of the Vinho Verde region, in Portugal's northwest.
Winemaking
Full destemming, pneumatic pressing and fermentation at low temperatures.
Serving and storage
Serve at 9–12 °C with fish, seafood and salads.
Trade information
750 ml. 6 bottles per case; pallet details on request. EAN 5600716256675.