COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Antão Vaz, Arinto, Verdelho
PRODUCER
Herdade da Mingorra
REGION
Alentejo
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Herdade da Mingorra Colheita Branco 2022 is a Vinho Regional Alentejano white wine from Herdade da Mingorra in Portugal's Alentejo region. The estate, a family-owned property founded by Henrique Uva, features vineyards planted in the late 1970s and is dedicated to producing wines exclusively from estate-grown grapes. The Alentejo's hot, dry climate influences the grape varietals grown, including Antão Vaz, Arinto, and Verdelho, which are well-suited to the region's conditions. The winery, established in 2004, combines traditional Alentejo winemaking with modern innovation.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Herdade da Mingorra spans 1400 hectares, encompassing vineyards, olive groves, and almond trees.
Fact 02
The winery was established in 2004, focusing exclusively on wines from their own estate-grown grapes.
Fact 03
Vineyards at Herdade da Mingorra were first planted in the late 1970s.
Fact 04
The Alentejo region is known for its traditional winemaking methods adapted to a warm climate.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Mingorra Colheita Branco 2022 is produced from estate-grown grapes at Herdade da Mingorra. The winemaking process involves fermenting these grapes, which are a blend of traditional Alentejo varietals like Antão Vaz, Arinto, and Verdelho. The winery employs a combination of traditional regional techniques and modern innovations. The focus is on utilizing grapes adapted to the hot, dry Alentejo climate to create wines that reflect the estate's terroir.
