Brand: Quintas de Melgaco
Grapes: Alvarinho, Trajadura
Vintage: 2023
ABV: 11%
Who/What/How:
- Quintas de Melgaço was created in 1990 by Amadeu Abilio Lopes. He was an industrialist, but he had a goal of returning to his homeland to highlight both the Vinho Verde region and the Alvarinho grape variety. Now, Quintas de Melgaço is formed by 530 producers who are focused on creating quality wines which showcase what the Vinho Verde area has to offer.
Taste:
- Vinho Verde wines are all about freshness. They are also well-known for a slight effervescence. This is produced by stopping the fermentation process earlier, than you would with many ‘traditional’ wines. It allows for that slight carbonation which you can feel on the palate. It also really ramps up the acidity, which lends itself to this light, crisp and citrus heavy wine. Although, thanks to some particular ripe grapes you will also note some tropical fruit flavours, alongside fresher notes of citrus and green apple.
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