Ratings
Ken's Wine Guide 90 points (2023 vintage) · Wine Enthusiast 89-90 points (various vintages) · Robert Parker 87-90 points (various vintages) · Jancis Robinson 15.5 points (various vintages)
Awards
Multiple awards including Wine Enthusiast Best Buy and high scores from Robert Parker and Jancis Robinson for vintages 2014-2017
Identity
| Producer | Quintas de Melgaco-Agricultura e Turismo |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOC |
| Grapes | Loureiro, Alvarinho |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | citrine-yellow, clear and bright |
| Aroma | Fresh notes of citrus, wild white flowers, tropical and citrus fruit, ripe mango, nectarine, grapefruit zest, floral, delicate, stone fruit, white peach, mineral notes |
| Palate | Hints of stone (white peach) and citrus fruit, good volume and texture, well-integrated acidity that is both firm and fresh, balanced and refreshing finish, lively acidity, round and crisp mouthfeel |
| Finish | Balanced and refreshing finish, dry and refreshing, harmonious fruity finish |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with fish dishes, sushi, fresh salads, seafood, oysters, grilled fish, white meats, matured cheeses, smoked meats, Asian and Mediterranean cuisines, ideal as an aperitif |
| Aging Potential | Can evolve positively in the bottle for at least 3 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 11.5 |
| Total Acidity | 7.00 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 0.00 |
| pH | 3.1 |
| Aging Process | Aged on lees in stainless steel tanks with regular lees stirring (bâtonnage) |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures (14-16ºC) |
Terroir
| Soil | granite soils |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are harvested by hand in optimal ripeness, preserving quality. |