COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Alvarinho
PRODUCER
Valados de Melgaço Lda.
REGION
Vinho Verde
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Valados de Melgaço Alvarinho Reserva 2022 is a 100% Alvarinho white wine from the DOC Vinho Verde, specifically from the Monção e Melgaço sub-region in Portugal. This wine is produced by Valados de Melgaço Lda., a family-run project with three generations of grape cultivation experience at Quinta de Golães. The vineyards are located on slopes at an altitude of 150 meters. The wine is distinctive for its expression of Alvarinho from the Monção e Melgaço terroir, which is recognized for producing wines with greater body and alcohol content due to its protected climate. The producer's philosophy centers on preserving family knowledge and tradition to craft elegant and balanced wines.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Family vineyards are situated on slopes at 150 meters altitude.
Fact 02
The producer emphasizes preserving family knowledge and tradition.
Fact 03
Previous vintages have won Gold at the International Wine Challenge.
Fact 04
Alvarinho from this specific sub-region is known for its fuller body.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Valados de Melgaço Alvarinho Reserva undergoes a winemaking process that begins with skin maceration of destemmed grapes, followed by gentle pressing. The resulting must is then static decanted for 24 hours at 14°C. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 17°C. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in stainless steel tanks on fine lees until bottling. Some sources suggest this aging process may include occasional bâtonnage.
