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DOC Vinho Verde Alvarinho, Monção e Melgaço
Contacto
Type of wine
Contacto Alvarinho is obtained from the noble Alvarinho grape variety grown exclusively in the sub-region of Monção and Melgaço. The location of this sub-region provides it with a temperate climate, being surrounded by a range of mountains on the Spanish border, which allows us a unique combination between precipitation, temperature and light required for the perfect maturation of the grapes. For the production of this wine, vineyards were selected near the river with granite  soils of sandy loam texture. Located at low altitude, with alluvium and fluvial terraces well present, offering the wine complexity, minerality and bitterness typical of the variety.
Vinification
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.
Tasting notes
Fine and delicate aroma. High aromatic concentration with floral notes and mineral nuances. Elegant mouth with well present acidity. Full of minerality and citrus bitters with intensity, originatinga full-bodied and full-bodied wine. Wet stone, lime and salinity notes offer persistence and complexity on the palate.
Pairing Suggestion
Wine with strong gastronomic aptitude ideal in the accompaniment of rich and complex dishes. Tomato and basil bruschetta, shrimp skewer with pesto sauce and chicken curry with tomato sauce, Contacto Alvarinho offers unique sensations with several dishes from different types of cuisine. Should be served between 10-12°C.
Varieties
100% Alvarinho
PH
3,29
Acceptable storage time
10 years
Alcohol
12,5% vol.
Total acidity
6 g/L
Tech sheet
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