Teixeiró
Alvarinho
Paço de Teixeiró was founded in 1788 and is today one of the most experienced houses to produce top-quality vinho verde. The Alvarinho grape variety, in addition to being a symbol of the region, is one of the ideal choices for those who appreciate fresh, elegant, and inviting wines.
- Region
- DOC Vinho Verde
- Sub-region
- Baião
- Grape varieties
- Alvarinho
- Soil
- Schist
Tasting notes
With a citrus green colour, this Alvarinho has delicate aromas, with notes of stone fruit combined with a citrus touch of grapefruit and tropical nuances. On the palate, it reveals all the expressiveness of the stone fruit characteristic of this variety, enriched by a complexity and volume linked to exceptional freshness. The finish is enveloping and fresh.
Viticulture
Vineyards in Integrated Protection. Manual harvesting. Vineyard age: between 15 and 20 years.
Winemaking
Pressing of destemmed grapes in a pneumatic press. After cold decanting, fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats with temperature control; ageing in stainless steel vats with light bâtonnage for 4 months.
Analysis
- Alcohol
- 11.5%
- Total acidity
- 6.3 g/L
- Reducing sugar
- 4 g/L