Siria (Roupeiro) is a white grape variety, and it traces back to Beiras, Portugal.
Structurally it lands at light-medium body, no tannin, medium acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for citrus, stonefruit, floral and herbal.
The regions that matter for it are Beiras, Alentejo and Trás-os-Montes.
In the vineyard it is marked by mid ripening, medium vigour and a preference for inland areas.
Watch for the synonyms: Alva, Roupeiro, Crato Branco and Coda Pinhel.
At the table it suits portuguese piri piri chicken, white asparagus risotto and warm broccoli salad with tahini.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Alva, Roupeiro, Crato Branco, Coda Pinhel, Codega.
Bottles to look for.
- 2.5 Vinhos de Belmonte Doispontocinco Siria Colheita Especial, Beira Interior, Portugal
- Adega Mayor Selecao Bio Branco, Vinho Regional Alentejano, Portugal
- Anibal Coutinho 'Astronauta' Talha Branco, Alentejo, Portugal
- Anselmo Mendes 'Beira Int.' Branco, Beira Interior, Portugal
- Bacalhoa Quinta do Carmo Branco, Alentejo, Portugal
- Barao de Figueira Reserva Branco, Beira Interior, Portugal
- Beyra Siria, Beira Interior, Portugal
- Casa dos Amados Pipa Rosa Reserva Siria, Beira Interior, Portugal
Siria (Roupeiro): common questions
01.What does Siria (Roupeiro) taste like?+
02.Where is Siria (Roupeiro) from?+
03.Where is Siria (Roupeiro) grown?+
04.What food pairs with Siria (Roupeiro)?+
05.What else is Siria (Roupeiro) called?+
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Portugal.