COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Alvarinho
PRODUCER
Adega Cooperativa Regional de Monção
REGION
Vinho Verde
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
This wine represents a highly successful, 25-year-old partnership between the Portuguese supermarket chain Pingo Doce and the renowned Adega Cooperativa Regional de Monção. Crafted by lead enologist José Lourenço, it has grown to become the bestselling white wine in Pingo Doce's entire portfolio. Sourced from the prestigious Monção e Melgaço sub-region, the grapes benefit from a unique microclimate. Ringed by mountains, the vineyards are shielded from direct Atlantic influences, allowing the Alvarinho grapes to achieve optimal physiological ripeness and sugar levels while retaining their signature vibrant acidity.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€5
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-13°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
It is the bestselling white wine in Pingo Doce's entire commercial portfolio in Portugal.
Fact 02
Shatters Vinho Verde stereotypes by being completely still, un-carbonated, and boasting a robust 13% ABV.
Fact 03
Sourced from Monção e Melgaço, a microclimate ringed by mountains that shield vineyards from direct Atlantic winds.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process focuses on preserving the pure, clean varietal characteristics of the Alvarinho grape. Hand-harvested grapes undergo gentle pneumatic pressing, followed by temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 16°C to 18°C to lock in primary fruit and floral aromas. To build texture, volume, and mouthfeel, the wine is aged on its fine lees (sur lie) in stainless steel vats prior to bottling. The wine is completely un-oaked, ensuring a crisp, mineral-driven profile.
