Producer >
Anselmo Mendes is one of Portugal's most influential winemakers, particularly in Monção e Melgaço, where he has reshaped perceptions of Alvarinho. His wines combine Atlantic freshness with texture and ageing potential.
Viticulture >
Contacto Alvarinho is obtained from the noble Alvarinho grape variety, grown exclusively in the sub-region of Monção and Melgaço. The localization of this sub-region provides it a particular microclimate surrounded by a range of mountains which allows a unique combination between precipitation, temperature and luminosity required for the perfect maturation of the grapes. For the production of this wine vineyards alongside the river were selected at a low altitude and with deep soils with a high content of pebbles.
Winemaking >
Handpicked grapes into small boxes and carried to the winery in a short period of time. Total de-stemming with a short skin maceration. Cold clarification at 12ºC. Fermentation with controlled velocity and temperature. Minimum 3 month ageing on fine lees with regular bâtonnage.
Alvarinho
12.5
PORTUGAL
1
Cork
Anselmo Mendes
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