Codega de Larinho
White wine grape variety
Also known as VIVC 2743, Codega do Larinho, Larinho codega line
Codega de Larinho is a white wine grape with signature aromas of citrus peel, orchard fruit, mineral note. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Arinto and Rabigato.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for citrus-stone-fruit profile with slight textural weight.
- Open with body+acid frame: Codega de Larinho runs medium body and medium acid.
Confidence signals
- Codega de Larinho profile
- Douro blend-core marker
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Douro · Tras-os-Montes · Norte
- Classic styles: Portuguese white documented in VIVC as a Heben (#5335) x Rabigato (#9857) lineage and used in Douro white-blend traditions · Medium-bodied white with citrus-stone-fruit profile, moderate acidity, and textural palate
Common questions
Is Codega de Larinho a red or white grape variety?
Codega de Larinho is a white wine grape variety.
What does Codega de Larinho smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Codega de Larinho include citrus peel, orchard fruit and mineral note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Codega de Larinho?
Documented tells for Codega de Larinho: Look for citrus-stone-fruit profile with slight textural weight. and Open with body+acid frame: Codega de Larinho runs medium body and medium acid..
What is Codega de Larinho most often confused with in blind tasting?
Codega de Larinho is most commonly confused with Arinto, Rabigato and Viosinho. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Codega de Larinho grown?
Classic regions for Codega de Larinho include Douro, Tras-os-Montes and Norte.