Masterclass by Dirceu Vianna Jr MW. 1821 hectares of vines in these two regions, planted at 83% Alvarinho, only recently appreciated low yield small bunches, scorned in the past. Growers were sent into exile in late XVIII century if caught growing it!
Here are my tasting notes.
1. Anselmo Mendes
Tempo 2019
Loureiro 100%
Fresh, slight pleasant savory oxydation.
Fermented on skins, good structure.
Rrp £55
Score 91
2. Adega de Monção
Deu la Deu premium 2020
Alvarinho 100%
Delicate acidity, good length. Almonds.
Rrp £25
Score 90
3.Quinta de Paços
Casa do capitão Mor
Alvarinho sobre lias 2020
Herbal aromas, cut grass, powerful structure for a white no doubt because of the lees. Slight "positive" oxydation.
Very Long!
Rrp €32 in Portugal
Score 93
4. Soalheiro
Revirado 2022
Alvarinho 100%
Revirado means turned over lots of times, batonage.
Balanced, slight bitterness, good length.
Rrp €45 in Portugal
Score 89
5. Valados de Melgaço
Alvarinho grande, reserva 5th anniversary 2016
Limited edition only 1910 bottles. Very light press. Wood then tank with lees.
Herbal intensity, glycerin roundness, balance and length. A majestic perfectly aged alvarinho.
Rrp €65 euros in Portugal
Score 95
6. Quinta de Santiago
Sou 2020
Alvarelhão 100%
Portuguese answer to Pinot noir
Light, easy, balanced.
Rrp €38 in Portugal
Score 86
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