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Vinho Verde Quinta Do Ameal Loureiro 2016

  • White fruit
  • Aperitif wine
  • Color: White
  • Organic
  • 11.50% 
  • 0.75L
  • Intensity
  • Crisp

This rich and mouthwatering Loureiro is irresistible. Its mineral quality makes for delightful pairings with seafood dishes. More info

This cuvée is a Loureiro single varietal produced organically on the domaine's granite soil. After whole-bunch direct pressing and low-temperature fermentation for almost two weeks, the wine is aged for 3 to 6 months in stainless steel vats. The pale hue of this wine reveals particularly floral and fruity aromas. It is simultaneously mouth-filling and crunchy on the palate. Its minerality and freshness make it a versatile accompaniment to seafood dishes.

Vinho Verde Quinta Do Ameal Loureiro serve at a temperature of 12°C. It will pair perfectly with the following dishes: Fricassée de volaille à l'ancienne, Poisson de rivière sauce au beurre blanc, Risotto aux bolets.

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Vinho Verde Quinta Do Ameal Loureiro

The wine

This cuvée is a Loureiro single varietal produced organically on the domaine's granite soil. After whole-bunch direct pressing and low-temperature fermentation for almost two weeks, the wine is aged for 3 to 6 months in stainless steel vats. The pale hue of this wine reveals particularly floral and fruity aromas. It is simultaneously mouth-filling and crunchy on the palate. Its minerality and freshness make it a versatile accompaniment to seafood dishes.

Information about domain Quinta Do Ameal

The Quinta do Ameal family estate was founded in 1710 and is located in the heart of Portugal’s Minho region, the cradle of vinho verde. Today, it is run by Pedro Araujo, an expert in the Loureiro grape variety which is main component of vinho verde. The vineyard, which spans some 12 hectares, is organically managed. Wines from this domaine have fully earned their status as some of the best white wines in the country.

Detailed characteristics

  • Quantity: 1 Bottle
  • Level: 1 into-neck
  • Label: 1 good appearance, 1 good appearance
  • Origin: -
  • Recoverable VAT: Yes
  • Original Wooden Case / Original Case: No
  • French customs seal: no
  • Alcohol percentage: 11.50 %
  • Country/Region: Portugal - Vinho Verde
  • Appellation/Wine: Vinho Verde
  • Vintage: 2016
  • Color: White
  • Service temperature: 12°
  • Viticulture: Organic 
  • Size (in ha): 12
  • Intensity: Crisp
  • Dominant aroma: White fruit
  • Tasting occasion: Aperitif wine
  • Grape variety: 100% loureiro
Vinho Verde Quinta Do Ameal Loureiro
Vinho Verde Quinta Do Ameal Loureiro

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