Featured Portuguese Wines
Vinho Verde | Aveleda
Casal Garcia
Producer
Aveleda
Region
Vinho Verde
Country
Portugal
Vintage
2015
Grape Varieties
Trajadura, Loureiro, Arinto and Azal
Soil
Granitical and sandy
Average Production
80hl/ha
Alcohol Volume
9,5% Vol.
Total Acidity (Tartaric Acid)
6,5 g/l
Residual Sugar
11 g/l
Conservation
Up to 2 years after bottling date
Winemaker
Manuel Soares
Wine Consultant
Denis Dubourdieu
Winemaking Process
This wine is produced in our winery with carefully selected grapes from the best vineyards of the Vinhos Verdes Region – the most extensive in Portugal. The grapes are pressed at low temperatures and the must is then clarified and fermented at controlled temperatures. Before bottling, the wine is filtered and cold stabilized.
Tasting Notes
Presents a lime juice color and a clear appearance. This is a smooth and fresh wine with a delicate and fruity aroma, young and balanced. Recommendations: this wine is ideal as an appetizer or throughout a meal, especially oriental cuisine, light fish dishes and fresh salads. Due to its freshness, it is particularly pleasant in a relaxed and informal atmosphere.
Recommended temperature for tasting between
8 and 10ºC.
IT IS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING PACKAGES BOTTLES UNITS PER PACKAGE
750 ml 6 and 12 bottles per case
375 ml 12 bottles per case
Casal Garcia Rose
Producer
Aveleda
Region
Vinho Verde
Country
Portugal
Vintage
2015
Grape Varieties
Vinhão, red Azal and Borraçal
Soil
Granitical and sandy
Average Production
80hl/ha
Alcohol Volume
9,5% Vol.
Total Acidity (Tartaric Acid)
6,5 g/l
Residual Sugar
11 g/l
Conservation
Up to 2 years after bottling date
Winemaker
Manuel Soares Casal Garcia Rosé
Vinification:
The grapes coming from selected producers in the Vinho Verde Region are pressed at low pressures. The must is then clarified, following the alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperatures. Before bottling, the wine is filtered and cold stabilized.
Tasting Notes
Presents a fresh pink color and a clear appearance. This is a very fruity wine enhanced by notes of raspberries and strawberries. On the palate, the red berries flavour is also evident, well balanced with a crispy acidity which characterizes this wine with a great freshness. The after-taste is harmonious, showing a soft persistence.
Recommendations:
Casal Garcia Rose is ideal as an appetizer and served with typical Italian recipes, light salads or starters such as “Gambas al ajillo”. For its freshness, it is particularly pleasant in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Advised temperature for tasting between 6 and 8ºC.
IT IS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING PACKAGES BOTTLES UNITS PER PACKAGE
750 ml 6 and 12 bottles per case
Aveleda Fonte
Producer
Aveleda
Region
Vinho Verde
Country
Portugal
Vintage
2019
Grape Varieties
Loureiro, Arinto, Trajadura, Fernão Pires
Soil
Granit and Sand
Alcohol Volume
9.5% Vol.
Total Acidity (Tartaric Acid)
6,5 g/l
Residual Sugar
15 g/l
Storage
Up until 3 years after bottling
Wine Consultant
Valérie Lavigne
Winemaking Process
Made from the main indigenous varieties of Vinho Verde Wine Region, this wine is the authentic expression of the region. The night harvest allows the grapes to keep their freshness and aromatic properties. When arriving at the vinification center, the grapes undergo soft pressing at low pressures. The alcoholic fermentation happens in strictly controlled temperatures and the wine is kept in stainless steel vats in contact with lees in order to extract all the flavors and aromas from the variety.
Vintage 2019
A mild, dry winter and a cold spring wake and no disturbing rain on the vine's growth opened a campaign with high expectations. The flowering period was quieter for earlier grape varieties and vineyards and less favorable in the later grape varieties and vineyards, which were hit by moments of greater rainfall and caused some loss. Typical summer temperatures occurred later than usual, pushing the harvest two to three weeks ahead of the previous one. The grapes arrived in the cellar perfect and without signs of phytosanitary problems caused by mildew, mildew or rot or signs of heat blows. The production was very good and balanced.
Tasting Notes
With a luminous citrus color, this wine is young and balanced, with a crisp and delicate bouquet marked by notes of green apple and lime. The penetrating minerality and vibrant hints of fresh fruit make it an extremely versatile wine that will delight the palate.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Appetizers: Codfish or crab cakes, Cornish pasties; • Chicken or vegetable curry; • Grilled fish;
SERVING TEMPERATURE
8º to 10ºC
AVAILABLE ON THE FOLLOWING PACKAGING:
Bottle 750 ml and 1500ml
Packaging 6 & 12 bottles in cardboard boxes
Closure Screw cap
Bottle type Reno Georgia Green
Aveleda Fonte Rose
Producer
Aveleda
Region
Vinho Verde
Country
Portugal
Vintage
2019
Grape Varieties
Red Azal, Touriga Nacional and Espadeiro
Soil
Granit and Sand
Alcohol Volume
10.5% Vol.
Total Acidity (Tartaric Acid)
6.5 g/l
Residual Sugar
5 g/l
Storage
Up until 3 year after bottling
Wine Consultant
Valérie Lavigne
Winemaking Process
Made from the main red indigenous varieties of Vinho Verde Wine Region, this wine is an authentic rosé from the region. The night harvest allows the grapes to keep their freshness and aromatic properties. This rosé is made using the direct pressing technique: when arriving at the vinification center, the grapes are directly pressed at low pressures to avoid skin contact. The alcoholic fermentation happens in strictly controlled temperatures and the wine is kept in stainless steel vats in contact with lees in order to extract all the flavors and aromas from the varieties.
2019 Vintage
A mild, dry winter and a cold spring wake and no disturbing rain on the vine's growth opened a campaign with high expectations. The flowering period was quieter for earlier grape varieties and vineyards and less favorable in the later grape varieties and vineyards, which were hit by moments of greater rainfall and caused some loss. Typical summer temperatures occurred later than usual, pushing the harvest two to three weeks ahead of the previous one. The grapes arrived in the cellar perfect and without signs of phytosanitary problems caused by mildew, mildew or rot or signs of heat blows. The production was very good and balanced.
Tasting Notes
Pale rose in the Provence style, this wine is young and fruity, with a crisp and delicate bouquet marked by notes of red berries. The penetrating minerality makes this wine extremely gastronomic, perfect to pair with meals with delicate aromas and flavours.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Asian food; • Umami rich foods; SERVING TEMPERATURE • 8º to 10ºC
AVAILABLE ON THE FOLLOWING PACKAGING:
Bottle 750 ml Packaging
6 & 12 bottles in cardboard boxes
Closure Screwcap
Aveleda Alvarinho
Producer
Aveleda
Region and AOC
Regional Minho
Country
Portugal
Vintage
2019
Grape Varieties
Alvarinho
Soil
90% Granit and 10% Schist
Alcohol Volume
12.5% Vol.
Total Acidity (Tartaric Acid)
6,5 g/l
Residual Sugar
< 4 g/l
Conservation
Up until 10 years after bottling
Wine Consultant
Valérie Lavigne
Winemaking Process
A unique varietal from the Alvarinho grape harvested from 2 different terroirs in the Vinho Verde wine region, providing the balance and character of the queen of Portuguese white varieties. The night harvest allows the grapes to keep their freshness and aromatic properties. At the vinification center, the grapes undergo soft pressing at low pressures. The alcoholic fermentation happens in strictly controlled temperatures and the wine is kept in stainless steel vats in contact with lees in order to give more structure and extract all the aromas from the variety.
Vintage 2019
A mild, dry winter and a cold spring wake and no disturbing rain on the vine's growth opened a campaign with high expectations. The flowering period was quieter for earlier grape varieties and vineyards and less favorable in the later grape varieties and vineyards, which were hit by moments of greater rainfall and caused some loss. Typical summer temperatures occurred later than usual, pushing the harvest two to three weeks ahead of the previous one. The grapes arrived in the cellar perfect and without signs of phytosanitary problems caused by mildew, mildew or rot or signs of heat blows. The production was very good and balanced.
Tasting Notes
Pale yellow with hints of gold. Aveleda Alvarinho 2019 has discreet aromas of grapefruit, lime and white flowers in the nose. On the mouth is incredibly structured and smooth, revealing more prominent notes of orange peel and orange tree flowers.
PAIRINGS
Structured poultry dishes or dishes with rich sauces; • Fatty fish like tuna or salmon;
SERVICE TEMPERATURE
10º and 12ºC
AVAILABLE ON THE FOLLOWING PACKAGING:
Bottle 750 ml Packaging 6 / 12
bottles in cardboard boxes
Closure Screw Cap
Bottle type Long Rhin bottle
Aveleda Loureiro / Alvarinho
Producer
Aveleda
Region and AOC
Vinho Verde
Country
Portugal
Vintage
2019
Grape Varieties
Loureiro and Alvarinho
Soil
Granit and Sand
Alcohol Volume
11% Vol.
Total Acidity (Tartaric Acid)
6,5 g/l
Residual Sugar
Conservation
Up until 5 years after bottling
Wine Consultant
Valérie Lavigne
Winemaking Process
This wine is the expression of the Guedes family’s passion for winemaking and the most iconic blend in the Region. The night harvest allows the grapes to keep their freshness and aromatic properties. When arriving at the vinification center, the grapes undergo soft pressing at low pressures. The alcoholic fermentation happens in strictly controlled temperatures and the wine is kept in stainless steel vats in contact with lees in order to extract all the flavors and aromas from the varieties.
2019 Vintage
A mild, dry winter and a cold spring wake and no disturbing rain on the vine's growth opened a campaign with high expectations. The flowering period was quieter for earlier grape varieties and vineyards and less favorable in the later grape varieties and vineyards, which were hit by moments of greater rainfall and caused some loss. Typical summer temperatures occurred later than usual, pushing the harvest two to three weeks ahead of the previous harvest. The grapes arrived in the cellar perfect and without signs of phytosanitary problems caused by mildew, mildew or rot or signs of heat blows. The production was very good and balanced.
Tasting Notes
The most iconic blend of the Vinho Verde region: the exuberant aromas of elderflower, passionfruit and citrus fruits, typical of Loureiro, complement the discreet and more tropical aromas of Alvarinho and its velvet smooth structure.
FOOD PAIRINGS
• Fatty fish – tuna and salmon
• Chicken or vegetable curry
• Thai food
SERVICE TEMPERATURES
8º e 10ºC
AVAILABLE ON THE FOLLOWING PACKAGING:
Bottle 750 ml and 375ml
Packaging 6 & 12 bottles in cardboard boxes
Closure Cork and Screwcap
Bottle type Long Rhin
Dão | Quinta da Cabriz
Cabriz Red
REGION OF ORIGIN
Regional
TEJO SOIL AND TOPOGRAPHY
Sandy. Heath. No gradient.
AGE OF VINEYARDS
Between 10 and 50 years
EXPOSURE
East - West
CASTAS
80% Castelão 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
BOTTLED
May 2020
ALCOHOL
13,0% vol.
ANALYSIS
Total acidity – 4.7 g/L
Ph – 3.72
Residual sugar – 2.0 g/L
WINEMAKERS
Manuel Lobo & Joana Silva Lopes
VINIFICATION
A part of the Castelão grapes are from a 50 year-old vineyard, and are harvested manually into plastic crates of 400 Kg. The remaining Castelão, and the Cabernet Sauvignon are from more recent vineyards and are machine harvested at nighttime, when temperatures go down. After crushing, fermentation is done in concrete vats at controlled temperatures, between 24º C and 26º C.
TASTING NOTES
Colour: Deep red
Nose: Notes of fresh fruit; cassis and red fruit combined with light floral notes.
Mouth: Moderate acidity, balanced, with soft tannins providing a medium persistence and a medium-long end. Harmonious and easy.
Cabriz White
REGION OF ORIGIN
Regional
TEJO SOIL AND TOPOGRAPHY
Sandy. Heath. No gradient.
AGE OF VINEYARDS
Between 10 and 40 years
EXPOSURE East
West
GRAPES VARIETIES
70% Fernão Pires 30 % Sauvignon Blanc
VINIFICATION
The Fernão Pires grapes are manually harvested from a 40-year-old vineyard and transported to the winery in plastic crates of 400 kg. The Sauvignon Blanc grapes are machine harvested from a 12-year-old vineyard. All the grapes are destemmed and partially crushed. They then go to a pneumatic (bladder) press to be pressed in an oxygen-free environment. Fermentation is done in concrete vats lined with epoxy at controlled temperatures between 12º and 14º C.
TASTING NOTES
Colour: Citrine Nose: Explosion of aromas, with emphasis on passion fruit and apricot notes, combined with a green and fresh character from the Sauvignon Blanc. Mouth: Superb freshness and acidity, giving this wine balance, elegance and medium-long persistence.
BOTTLED
February 2020
ALCOHOL
13,0% vol.
ANALYSIS
Total acidity– 6.2 Ph – 3.32
Residual Sugar – 1.1
WINEMAKERS
Manuel Lobo & Joana Silva Lopes
Cabriz Rose
REGION OF ORIGIN
Regional
TEJO SOIL AND TOPOGRAPHY
Sandy. Heath. No gradient.
AGE OF VINEYARDS
15 years
EXPOSURE
South - North
CASTAS
60% Touriga Nacional 40% Syrah
VINIFICATION
Manually harvested into plastic crates of 400 kg.. No maceration. Light pressing. Fermentation in concrete vats with controlled temperatures, between 13 – 15º C. Aging in vats. TASTING NOTES Colour: Medium to pale pink Nose: Very rich aroma, with emphasis on fresh fruit, strawberry, raspberry, together with notes of sweet candy. Palate: The aromatic intensity is in harmony with its perfect acidity, resulting in vivacity, freshness and persistence.
BOTTLED
November 2019 ALCOHOL 13 % vol. ANALYSIS Total acidity– 6.4 g/L Ph – 3.29 Residual sugar - 4.2 g/L
WINEMAKERS
Manuel Lobo & Joana Silva Lopes
Cabriz Reserva Red
Bairrada | Encontro
Encontro Brut
Encontro Rose
Tejo | Casal Branco
Capoeira Red
REGION OF ORIGIN
Regional
TEJO SOIL AND TOPOGRAPHY
Sandy. Heath. No gradient.
AGE OF VINEYARDS
Between 10 and 50 years
EXPOSURE
East - West
CASTAS
80% Castelão 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
BOTTLED
May 2020
ALCOHOL
13,0% vol.
ANALYSIS
Total acidity – 4.7 g/L Ph – 3.72 Residual sugar – 2.0 g/L
WINEMAKERS
Manuel Lobo & Joana Silva Lopes
VINIFICATION
A part of the Castelão grapes are from a 50 year-old vineyard, and are harvested manually into plastic crates of 400 Kg. The remaining Castelão, and the Cabernet Sauvignon are from more recent vineyards and are machine harvested at nighttime, when temperatures go down. After crushing, fermentation is done in concrete vats at controlled temperatures, between 24º C and 26º C.
TASTING NOTES
Colour: Deep red Nose: Notes of fresh fruit; cassis and red fruit combined with light floral notes. Mouth: Moderate acidity, balanced, with soft tannins providing a medium persistence and a medium-long end. Harmonious and easy.
Capoeira White
REGION OF ORIGIN
Regional
TEJO SOIL AND TOPOGRAPHY
Sandy. Heath. No gradient.
AGE OF VINEYARDS
Between 10 and 40 years
EXPOSURE
East - West
GRAPES VARIETIES
70% Fernão Pires 30 % Sauvignon Blanc
BOTTLED
February 2020
ALCOHOL
13,0% vol.
ANALYSIS
Total acidity– 6.2 Ph – 3.32 Residual Sugar – 1.1
WINEMAKERS
Manuel Lobo & Joana Silva Lopes
VINIFICATION
The Fernão Pires grapes are manually harvested from a 40-year-old vineyard and transported to the winery in plastic crates of 400 kg. The Sauvignon Blanc grapes are machine harvested from a 12-year-old vineyard. All the grapes are destemmed and partially crushed. They then go to a pneumatic (bladder) press to be pressed in an oxygen-free environment. Fermentation is done in concrete vats lined with epoxy at controlled temperatures between 12º and 14º C.
TASTING NOTES
Colour: Citrine Nose: Explosion of aromas, with emphasis on passion fruit and apricot notes, combined with a green and fresh character from the Sauvignon Blanc. Mouth: Superb freshness and acidity, giving this wine balance, elegance and medium-long persistence.
Capoeira Rose
REGION OF ORIGIN
Regional
TEJO SOIL AND TOPOGRAPHY
Sandy. Heath. No gradient.
AGE OF VINEYARDS
15 years
EXPOSURE
South - North
CASTAS
60% Touriga Nacional 40% Syrah
BOTTLED
November 2019 ALCOHOL 13 % vol.
ANALYSIS
Total acidity– 6.4 g/L Ph – 3.29 Residual sugar - 4.2 g/L
WINEMAKERS
Manuel Lobo & Joana Silva Lopes
VINIFICATION
Manually harvested into plastic crates of 400 kg.. No maceration. Light pressing. Fermentation in concrete vats with controlled temperatures, between 13 – 15º C. Aging in vats.
TASTING NOTES
Colour: Medium to pale pink Nose: Very rich aroma, with emphasis on fresh fruit, strawberry, raspberry, together with notes of sweet candy. Palate: The aromatic intensity is in harmony with its perfect acidity, resulting in vivacity, freshness and persistence.
Port | Porto Barros
10 Year Old Tawny
- International Wine & Spirits Competition ’19 Gold Medal 95 PTS
- Decanter World Wine Awards ’19 · Gold Medal · 95 PTS
- Decanter World Wine Awards ’18 · Gold Medal · 95 PTS
- International Wine & Spirits Competition ’18
- Gold Medal Vinhos de Portugal Wine Contest ’18
- Gold Medal International Wine Challenge ‘18
- Gold Medal Berliner Wein Trophy ’18
- Gold Medal Decanter Magazine ‘18
- Highly Recommended Mundus Vini ‘17
- Gold Medal
20 Year Old Tawny
- Decanter Magazine ‘18
- Highly Recommended Mundus Vini ´17
- Gold Medal Sommelier Wine Awards ’17
- Gold Medal International Wine Challenge ´16
- Gold Medal
30 Year Old Tawny
Barros Colheita 2008 – 1964
COLHEITA 2005
The Wine Merchant ’18 Best Fortified
COLHEITA 1998
Sommelier Wine Awards (SWA) ’18 Gold Medal
Decanter World Wine Awards ’18 Platinum · 97 PTS
Wine Spectator ’18· 93 PTS
COLHEITA 1996
Sommelier Wine Awards ‘16 Gold Medal
Robert Parker ‘16 • 92 PTS
Wine Enthusiast ‘16 • 91 PTS
COLHEITA 1980
International Wine Challenge ‘18
Gold Medal Wine Spectator Magazine ‘18 • 93 PTS
Mundus Vini ’18 · Gold Medal
International Wine & Spirits Competition ’18
Gold Medal Mundus Vini ‘18
Gold Medal
COLHEITA 1978
Wine Spectator Magazine ‘07 • 91 PTS
COLHEITA 1974
Concours Mondial de Bruxelles ‘17 Gold Medal & Exceptional Old Vintage International Wine Challenge ‘17 • Gold Medal
Mundus Vini ‘17 • Great Gold Medal
Decanter World Wine Awards ‘17 • Gold Medal
Robert Parker ‘16 • 93 PTS
Wine Enthusiast ‘16 • 93 PTS
Barros LBV
Barros Vintage 2016
- James Suckling ’18 · 93 PTS
- Tom Cannavan - Wine Pages · 93 PTS
- Wine Spectator ‘19 · 92 PTS
- Decanter Magazine ‘18 · 90 PTS
- Purple Pages - Jancis Robinson, Julia Harding 18,5 PTS
Douro | FOZ Torto
FOZ Torto Red
Region
Douro DOC
Sub-Region
Cima Corgo
Batch
Made from 40% Touriga Nacional, 30% Touriga Franca, 10% Tinta Francisca, 5% Tinta Rori, 5% Alicante Bouschet, 5% Sousao and 5% Tinta Barroca
Wine Making
Carefully selected grapes were de-stemmed and fermented for 8 days in temperature-controlled tanks. Ageing and malolactic fermentation for 16 months in second-year and third-year barrels.
Total Production
4099 75cl bottles; 101 1,5L bottles
Analytical Data
Alchol-14.5%
pH – 3.56
Volatile acidity – 0.7 g/L
Total acidity – 5.3 g/L
Dry extract – 32.8 g/L
Tasting Notes
Gorgeous colour, rich aroma with ripe fruit, spicy notes and nicely integrated wood. Intense on the palate with excellent volume and balanced tannins
Oenology
Sandra Tavares da Silva
Melgaço, Monção | Soalheiro
Soalheiro Alvarinho
Soalheiro Alvarinho 2020
Perfect, intense, elegant and with volume. A Classic in the Soalheiro. Aromatic freshness of Alvarinho variety, favour intensity and unusual bottle longevity.
HOT DAYS AND COLD NIGHTS ALLOW THE AROMAS TO STAY FRESH AND FRUITY WITH PRESENT, BUT MODERATE ACIDITY.
Melgaço, the most northern region of Portugal, is protected by the surrounding mountains that allow a perfect marriage between rainfall, temperature and the number of hours of sunshine needed for the better maturation of the Alvarinho grapes. This climate characteristic during ripening is frequently associated with the microclimate of Monção and Melgaço, where hot days alternate with cold nights, allowing for the maintenance of a fresh and fruity aromas with an acidity that is present but moderate, just the way we like it for the Soalheiro.
Producer
Soalheiro
Region
Melgaço, Monção
Vinifcation
the grapes are harvested manually in boxes of small capacity and carried to the cellar in a short space of time. After the pressing and the before fermentation with controlled temperature, the must was decanted during 48 hours at low temperature. The objective of vinifcation is to obtain an Alvarinho Soalheiro that concentrates the quality of the grapes and that allows to a good evolution the bottle.
Grape Varieties
Alvarinho
Alcohol (%)
13
pH
3.14
Total Acidity (g/dm3)
7
Volatile Acidity (g/dm3)
0.36
Residual Sugar
Seco
{ The values are approximate }
Tasting Notes
Citrus colour, aroma revels a classic Alvarinho Soalheiro, intense and tropical with mineral notes.
Food Suggestions
Ideal as an aperitif or to accompany seafood dishes, fish or poultry dishes.
Soalheiro Granit
Soalheiro Granit reveals a more mineral profle of the Alvarinho grape.
It's an Alvarinho that comes from a specifc selection of vineyards planted vineyards above 300 meters altitude, revealing the minerality that relates the soil of granite origin of the terroir "Monção and Melgaço" and Alvarinho, improved with the batonage and aging on the fne lees. The fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a higher temperature than usual in white wine, showing an elegant and more mineral aroma with a dry and persistent favor.
The Alvarinho grapes used in the Soalheiro came from several small vineyards planted in granite soil above 300 meters and located in the very particular microclimate of "Monção and Melgaço", the northern point of Portugal.
HOT DAYS AND COLD NIGHTS ALLOW THE AROMAS TO STAY FRESH AND FRUITY WITH PRESENT, BUT MODERATE ACIDITY.
Melgaço, the most northern region of Portugal, is protected by the surrounding mountains that allow a perfect marriage between rainfall, temperature and the number of hours of sunshine needed for the better maturation of the Alvarinho grapes. This climate characteristic during ripening is frequently associated with the microclimate of Monção and Melgaço, where hot days alternate with cold nights, allowing for the maintenance of a fresh and fruity aromas with an acidity that is present but moderate, just the way we like it for the Soalheiro.
Producer
Soalheiro
Region
Melgaço, Monção
Vinifcation
The grapes are harvested manually in boxes of small capacity and carried to the cellar in a short space of time. After the pressing and the before fermentation with controlled temperature, the must was decanted during 48 hours. The fermentation takes place in stainless steel thanks with higher temperature than usual for white wines. The bottling is made after a period of batonage and aging in fne lees.
Grape Varieties
Alvarinho
Alcohol (%)
13
pH
3.12
Total Acidity (g/dm3)
6.6
Volatile Acidity (g/dm3)
0.36
Residual Sugar
Dry
{ The values are approximate }
Tasting Notes
Citrus colour, aroma revels a elegant profle with more mineral notes, dry and persistent favour. Soalheiro Granit reveals a more mineral profle of the Alvarinho grapes.
Food Suggestions
Perfect for any kind of seafood dishes and fish.
Soalheiro Rose
The terroir of Monção and Melgaço holds enormous potential that still remains to be fully explored; it is not only limited to the production of the excellent single-varietal, unique Alvarinho. Quinta de Soalheiro is also venturing into the world of Rosés with the launch of the Soalheiro Mineral Rosé. The aim is to challenge connoisseurs to try a Rosé that may not be to everyone’s liking, as it does not have the intense sweetness and smoothness normally associated with Rosés.
We had always really wanted to create a Soalheiro Rosé wine with a mineral character, and since we already had experience with the Soalheiro Bruto Rosé Espumante, a sparkling wine that has been well received and has grown with Soalheiro, it was time to start working on this challenge. We are confdent, based on the many tastings conducted by the Soalheiro Team and its internal approval, that this will allow consumers to rediscover our terroir.
SOALHEIRO MINERAL ROSÉ: A WINE FOR MANY OCCASIONS
With its elegance and minerality, this Soalheiro is a wine for everyone - of every age and sex - and for many occasions, and we hope that its consumers will fnd that special moment to celebrate with the Soalheiro Mineral Rosé. We wish to be part of those special moments. The Soalheiro Mineral Rosé can be enjoyed as an excellent relaxing aperitif, as it is very much in line with the current trend of consuming wine by the glass. It is also a perfect accompaniment for lighter dishes such as salads, fsh or shellfsh.
One of Soalheiro’s main aims is to produce “wines ofering drinking pleasure” because we believe in quality and the move towards appreciating wines with more moderate alcohol contents. This Soalheiro Mineral Rosé owes its persistence to Pinot Noir and its elegance to Alvarinho, with a moderate alcohol content. We believe that this style of wine fulfls the objective that we at Soalheiro have set ourselves. Moreover, we believe that this style fts perfectly with the increasing trend to enjoy a glass of wine at a bar, before and after meals.
Producer
Soalheiro
Region
Melgaço, Monção, Vinhos Verdes
Vinifcation
The Alvarinho produced in high-altitude vineyards, with its intense, fresh and mineral character, receives the addition of Pinot Noir, which is also grown in this region and brings a more aromatic and elegant element to the blend. This creates a wine which is aromatic and fresh at the same time, with a mineral character and intense favour.
Grape Varieties
Alvarinho (70%), Pinot Noir (30%)
Alcohol (%)
12
pH
3.44
Total Acidity (g/dm3)
5.1
Volatile Acidity (g/dm3)
0.25
Residual Sugar
Dry
{ The values are approximate }
Tasting Notes
A wine with a delicate pink colour, aromatic and fresh at the same time, with a mineral palate and intense favour.
Food Suggestions
The Soalheiro Mineral Rosé can be enjoyed as an excellent relaxing aperitif, as it is very much in line with the current trend of consuming wine by the glass. It is also a perfect accompaniment for lighter dishes such as salads, fsh or shellfsh. One of Soalheiro’s main aims is to produce “wines ofering drinking pleasure” because we believe in quality and the move towards appreciating wines with more moderate alcohol contents. This Soalheiro Mineral Rosé owes its persistence to Pinot Noir and its elegance to Alvarinho, with a moderate alcohol content. We believe that this style of wine fulfls the objective that we at Soalheiro have set ourselves. Moreover, we believe that this style fts perfectly with the increasing trend to enjoy a glass of wine at a bar, before and after meals.
