COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Alvarinho
PRODUCER
Quintas de Melgaco
REGION
Vinho Verde
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
QM Alvarinho is a dry white wine produced by Quintas de Melgaco, exclusively from 100% Alvarinho grapes. It originates from the Monção e Melgaço sub-region of Vinho Verde, Portugal, an area recognized for its optimal conditions for this varietal. The producer, Quintas de Melgaco, was founded by Amadeu Abílio Lopes with the aim of uniting local growers to highlight the potential of Alvarinho. The estate emphasizes the value of its land and the diverse nuances of the Alvarinho grape. Some production batches incorporate skin maceration to enhance complexity.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€17
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Monção e Melgaço is considered the 'noblest' part of Vinho Verde for Alvarinho.
Fact 02
Some batches are made with indigenous yeasts for fermentation.
Fact 03
The producer's founder united local growers to champion Alvarinho.
Fact 04
Vineyards are situated between 200-400 meters elevation.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
QM Alvarinho is produced through fermentation in stainless steel tanks over 15-20 days, employing indigenous yeasts. Some small batches undergo skin maceration to enhance complexity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in stainless steel tanks for 5 to 10 weeks. For certain batches, regular stirring of the lees is practiced for up to three months post-fermentation. The vineyards are managed without irrigation, and the grapes are harvested manually.
