Identity
| Producer | Quintas de Melgaco |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOC |
| Grapes | 100% Alvarinho |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Bright citrus yellow color. |
| Aroma | Intense and fresh aroma with prominent notes of citrus fruits, distinct minerality, and subtle floral hints. |
| Palate | Elegant and full of personality, featuring a full and fruity palate with a beautifully balanced acidity. |
| Finish | The wine concludes with a remarkably long, persistent, and vibrant finish that highlights its complexity. |
| Food Pairing | Ideal accompaniment for seafood dishes, fish, and poultry meats. |
| Aging Potential | 2 to 4 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Total Acidity | 4.93 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 1.20 |
| Aging Process | Stainless steel vats with regular lees stirring for 5 months. |
| Fermentation | Soft pressing and decanting for 12 to 36 hours at a controlled temperature between 12ºC and 16ºC. |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 200 m |
| Vine Age | 30 years |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | The grapes are harvested manually from a single plot of old vines. |
Interesting facts
| The wine is produced from a unique parcel of less than 2 hectares of old vines over 30 years old. |