Palacio da Brejoeira Alvarinho 2019

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Palacio da Brejoeira
Label Name:
 
Alvarinho
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
Portugal
Region:
 
Vinho Verde (Monção)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Alvarinho
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
9-12°C

Awards/Ratings
Wine Spectator 74/100 (reported). Positive tasting notes and review by Revista ADEGA (tasted 05/08/2021) noting peach, pear, floral and citrus character

Tasting Note
Fresh and aromatic with citrus, green apple, peach and floral notes, firm minerality and bright acidity. Medium-bodied with a textured, saline finish and lingering citrus peel.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled prawns, oysters, roasted chicken, goat cheese, ceviche. Asian: sushi/sashimi, Thai seafood salads, Vietnamese spring rolls, light spicy stir-fries.

Production Method
Hand-harvested Alvarinho grapes, cool-temperature fermentation in stainless steel, no oak aging; bottle-aged briefly to harmonize before release.

Vineyard Info
Historic Palácio da Brejoeira estate in Monção (18 ha Alvarinho vineyards). Renowned producer of classic Monção Alvarinho since mid-20th century, with traditional viticulture and estate vinification.