{"id":21052,"date":"2025-12-16T16:36:15","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T15:36:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.portugalskiswiat.com\/sklep\/uncategorized\/apb-reserva-dos-socios-d-o-c-vinho-verde-loureiro\/"},"modified":"2026-04-25T16:01:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T14:01:36","slug":"apb-reserva-dos-socios-d-o-c-vinho-verde-loureiro","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.portugalskiswiat.com\/en\/sklep\/drinks\/wine\/apb-reserva-dos-socios-d-o-c-vinho-verde-loureiro\/","title":{"rendered":"APB Reserva dos S\u00f3cios D.O.C. Vinho Verde Loureiro"},"content":{"rendered":"

APB Reserva Socios D.O.C. Vinho Verde Loureiro<\/strong> (also known as Reserva de S\u00f3cios Loureiro<\/strong> or Ponte da Barca Reserva dos S\u00f3cios Loureiro<\/strong>) is a premium, single-variety white wine from the Vinho Verde DOC<\/strong> region in northern Portugal.<\/p>\n

Producer<\/h3>\n

Produced by Adega Cooperativa de Ponte da Barca<\/strong> (Barcos Wines \/ APB), a cooperative founded in 1963 in Ponte da Barca, in the heart of the Vinho Verde region (between the Lima and Vez rivers). The \u201cReserva de S\u00f3cios\u201d (Members\u2019 Reserve) collection was created to celebrate the cooperative\u2019s 50th anniversary, using the best grapes from the oldest vineyards and highlighting the expertise of its member winegrowers.<\/p>\n

Grape variety<\/h3>\n
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  • 100% Loureiro<\/strong> \u2014 one of the most aromatic and elegant native varieties of Vinho Verde.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Wine characteristics<\/h3>\n
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    • Colour<\/strong>: Open straw with light golden reflections, crystalline and bright.<\/li>\n
    • Aroma<\/strong>: Complex bouquet with notes of toast, vanilla, nuts, bay leaf, citrus fruits, and floral hints. The wood aging adds subtle spice and elegance without overpowering the grape\u2019s natural character.<\/li>\n
    • Palate<\/strong>: Structured, rich, and persistent with good body, balanced acidity, and a creamy texture. It combines the freshness typical of Vinho Verde with greater complexity and depth thanks to light barrel aging and bottle aging.<\/li>\n
    • Alcohol<\/strong>: Approximately 13%<\/strong> (varies slightly by vintage, e.g., 13\u201313.5%).<\/li>\n
    • Style<\/strong>: A more serious and sophisticated Vinho Verde \u2014 often described by critics as the \u201cfirst great winter Vinho Verde.\u201d It is riper, toastier, and more age-worthy than standard light and spritzy Vinho Verde wines. Lightly wood-aged for added complexity and balance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      This wine stands out in the Vinho Verde region for its structure and ability to pair with richer dishes or be enjoyed on its own in cooler seasons.<\/p>\n

      Awards (selected vintages)<\/h3>\n
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      • 92 points<\/strong> \u2013 Wine Enthusiast (highly rated across vintages, e.g., 2017\/2018)<\/li>\n
      • 17.5 points \u2013 Vinho Grandes Escolhas<\/li>\n
      • 16\u201317 points \u2013 Revista de Vinhos<\/li>\n
      • Silver Medal \u2013 Concurso Vinhos de Portugal<\/li>\n
      • Gold Medal \u2013 China Wine and Spirits Awards<\/li>\n
      • Recognized as one of the best white wines in the world by international critics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Food pairings<\/h3>\n

        Excellent with:<\/p>\n

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        • White meats<\/li>\n
        • Roasted or grilled fish<\/li>\n
        • Intense and flavorful cheeses<\/li>\n
        • Dishes with creamy sauces or subtle spices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Serve at 10\u201312\u00b0C<\/strong> (slightly cooler than standard white wines but warmer than everyday Vinho Verde).<\/p>\n

          Additional notes<\/h3>\n

          The Reserva de S\u00f3cios line represents the cooperative\u2019s top tier, focusing on quality, tradition, and innovation. It is made in limited quantities and is ideal for gifting or special occasions. The name \u201cS\u00f3cios\u201d (members) honors the hundreds of family winegrowers who contribute to the cooperative.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

          APB Reserva Socios D.O.C. Vinho Verde Loureiro (also known as Reserva de S\u00f3cios Loureiro or Ponte da Barca Reserva dos S\u00f3cios Loureiro) is a premium, single-variety white wine from the Vinho Verde DOC region in northern Portugal. Producer Produced by Adega Cooperativa de Ponte da Barca (Barcos Wines \/ APB), a cooperative founded in 1963 […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":19476,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[1412],"product_cat":[1094,1097],"product_tag":[1374,1355],"class_list":{"0":"post-21052","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_brand-a-c-ponte-da-barca","7":"product_cat-drinks","8":"product_cat-wine","9":"product_tag-barrel-aged","10":"product_tag-mono-varietal","12":"first","13":"instock","14":"purchasable","15":"product-type-simple"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.portugalskiswiat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/21052","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.portugalskiswiat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.portugalskiswiat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.portugalskiswiat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=21052"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.portugalskiswiat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/19476"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.portugalskiswiat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=21052"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.portugalskiswiat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=21052"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.portugalskiswiat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=21052"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.portugalskiswiat.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=21052"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}