COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Alvarinho
PRODUCER
Sociedade Agricola Casal de Ventozela
REGION
Vinho Verde
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Vento'z Alvarinho is a white wine from the Vinho Verde DOC in Portugal's Minho region, produced by Sociedade Agrícola Casal de Ventozela. This family-run estate, established in 1983, focuses on traditional grape varieties to express the unique terroir of the Vale do Ave sub-region. The wine is made exclusively from the Alvarinho grape, known for its aromatic complexity and full-bodied profile, and is a representation of the region's commitment to quality and heritage.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Alvarinho is one of the few grape varieties that thrives in the cooler, wetter climate of Vinho Verde.
Fact 02
Vinho Verde translates to 'green wine', but it refers to its youthfulness, not its color.
Fact 03
The region's vineyards are often characterized by traditional pergolas, though modern training systems are also used.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Vento'z Alvarinho is produced by Sociedade Agricola Casal de Ventozela. The wine is made from 100% Alvarinho grapes, with vines trained in a single cordon at a density of 1818 vines per hectare. Specific details regarding fermentation, aging, and harvest are not provided. The producer's approach focuses on quality and tradition to showcase the characteristics of the Vinho Verde region.
