COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Arinto
PRODUCER
Familia Margaça
REGION
Lisboa
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Familia Margaca Arinto 2020 is a white wine from the Lisboa region of Portugal, crafted from the Arinto grape. The producer, Familia Margaça, established in 1973, launched the 'Família Margaça' brand in 2020 to celebrate regional value and family heritage. The Lisboa region is recognized for its varied terroirs and grape diversity, providing an ideal environment for Arinto cultivation. This particular wine is distinguished by its fermentation in cement amphorae.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Fermented in cement amphorae for a unique mouthfeel.
Fact 02
Arinto grape is known for its vibrant acidity.
Fact 03
Lisboa region offers diverse microclimates for grape growing.
Fact 04
Familia Margaça brand launched in 2020.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Familia Margaca Arinto 2020 is produced using Arinto grapes from the Lisboa region. A significant winemaking technique employed is fermentation in cement amphorae. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for six months on its fine lees. This 'sur lie' aging process contributes to the wine's texture and complexity.
