Alvarinho, a native grape variety from the Atlantic northwest of the Iberian Peninsula, is grown in granitic soils and harvested by hand in 20-kilo crates. After destemming, the free-run juice undergoes a brief maceration and is fermented at 18-20 degrees Celsius in stainless steel tanks. After six months of periodic lees stirring, a complex, mineral white wine with a distinctly varietal bitterness is bottled.
Country
Portugal
Designation of Origin
Vinho Verde
Variety
Alvarinho
Breeding
9 months on their backs
Alcohol content
12.5% vol.
Pairings
- White fish
- Steamed seafood,
- Octopus.