COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc, Verdelho
PRODUCER
Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima
REGION
Tejo
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
This white wine is a collaboration between the major Portuguese supermarket chain Pingo Doce and the historic estate Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima, located in the Tejo region. Part of the 'Selecionados Exclusivo' private label program, this initiative aims to bring high-quality estate-bottled wines to everyday consumers at highly accessible prices. Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima has a rich history dating back to 1834, when it was acquired by the 1st Count of Povoa. Today, the estate spans 45 hectares of modernly managed vineyards along the south bank of the Tejo River, combining traditional European terroirs with modern precision. The 2024 vintage showcases this successful partnership, offering a reliable and highly acclaimed expression of the region's potential.
ALCOHOL
11.5%
AVG. PRICE
€4
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Produced by Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima, a historic Portuguese estate dating back to 1834.
Fact 02
The grapes are harvested mechanically overnight to protect them from daytime heat and oxidation.
Fact 03
Regularly praised by Portuguese wine critics as one of the country's best-value supermarket 'hidden gems'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process is led by oenologists Diogo Campilho and Pedro Pinhao at Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima. Grapes are grown on alluvial, sandy-loam soils in Alpiarca. To preserve freshness and prevent daytime thermal oxidation, the Sauvignon Blanc and Verdelho grapes are mechanically harvested overnight. Following harvest, the grapes undergo a 48-hour static decantation at low temperatures to clarify the must. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks at 16C. Each grape variety is vinified separately to maintain its distinct characteristics, and the final blend is meticulously assembled. The wine is aged entirely in stainless steel vats with no oak contact, preserving its clean, fruit-forward profile.
