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Old Cartinha Alvarinho Sparkling Super Reserve 2021

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In the prestigious Cambeses area of ​​Monção, the Covas cousins ​​continue the tradition of generations in producing classic Vinho Verde wines, focused mainly on the great expression of the Alvarinho grape variety. The care and attention to detail of this small family business permeates every decision in the vineyard, in the cellar and in the impeccable presentation of its wines and sparkling wines. Production is extremely limited, approximately 15,000 bottles/year, defended with passion and knowledge by Sara and Pedro, and now by the pioneering team of terroir wines at Temple Wines!

Old Cortinha Alvarinho Sparkling Wine Old Reserve 2018
Monsoon and Melgaço, Portugal

Description

An extraordinary sparkling wine made exclusively from Alvarinho grapes from the Monção and Melgaço sub-region, aged for a minimum of 24 months on lees and manually remouage. One of the great dry sparkling wines from Portugal, marked by a refined texture and fresh, lively acidity. The bubbles are fine and persistent, the palate is dry and vibrant, with citrus notes and a pronounced minerality. A long finish with a marked varietal character.

Viticulture & Winemaking

  • Region: Monção and Melgaço, Vinho Verde

  • Grape variety: 100% Alvarinho

  • Soil: Granite

  • Fermentation:

    • 1st fermentation in stainless steel with controlled temperature after pressing whole grapes

    • 2nd fermentation in bottle with manual remouage

  • Internship:

    • 24 months in bottle with lees

    • +3 months after disgorgement

  • Natural cork stopper

  • Artisanal production

Tasting Notes

It presents an elegant and persistent bubble, intense aromas and Alvarinho varietals with saline mineral touches. Elegant body, dry, with well-defined citric acidity and a long finish with delicate fruit.

Harmonizations

  • Oysters, clams in their natural state, cooked shrimp

  • White fish sashimi and carpaccio

  • Light tempura and fresh vegetarian dishes (peas, asparagus, mushrooms)

  • Fresh or goat cheeses

  • Excellent as a sophisticated aperitif

Technical Data

  • Alcohol content: 13.0% vol.

  • pH: 3.30

  • Total acidity: 5.80 g/L

  • Residual sugar: <0.60 g/L

  • Serving temperature: 8ºC to 10ºC

  • Bottling: 0.75 L champagne bottle

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