Moreto
Grape (Vitis)
Color of berry skinNoir
SpeciesVitis vinifera
Also calledSee list of synonyms
OriginPortugal
VIVC number7992

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]

Synonyms

Moreto 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

Moreto is also used as a synonym for the grape varieties Lambrusca di Alessandria, Camarate Tinto, Baga and Mureto.

See also

References

  1. ^ a b "Moreto". Vitis International Variety Catalogue. Archived from the original on 2010-01-24. Retrieved 2010-01-30.
  2. ^ J. Robinson Jancis Robinson's Wine Course Third Edition pg 144 Abbeville Press 2003 ISBN 0-7892-0883-0
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