Moreto is a red Portuguese wine grape variety[1] that is planted primarily in the Alentejo. As a varietal, the grape makes neutral wines.[2]
| Moreto | |
|---|---|
| Grape (Vitis) | |
| Color of berry skin | Noir |
| Species | Vitis vinifera |
| Also called | See list of synonyms |
| Origin | Portugal |
| VIVC number | 7992 |
Synonyms
editMoreto is also known under the synonyms Arruya, Castellao, Moreto d'Alenteijo, Moreto d'Alentejo, Moreto do Dão, Morito, Mureto do Alentejo, Tinta de Alter.[1]
Other grape varieties
editMoreto is also used as a synonym for the grape varieties Lambrusca di Alessandria, Camarate Tinto, Baga and Mureto.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b "Moreto". Vitis International Variety Catalogue. Archived from the original on 2010-01-24. Retrieved 2010-01-30.
- ^ J. Robinson Jancis Robinson's Wine Course Third Edition pg 144 Abbeville Press 2003 ISBN 0-7892-0883-0