Quinta da Pedra, Graca da Pedra, Alvarinho, Vinho Verde, Portugal 2022

Bright lemon yellow and greenish tones. Pronounced aroma of fresh citrus fruits, tangerine and stone fruit. Light to medium body, with a vibrant acidity that runs through the palate. Silky texture and a very long mineral finish.

Accompanies grilled fish and seafood.

Quinta da Pedra
In a nutshell: Quinta da Pedra is one of the most historical properties in the Alto Minho region, dating back to the 17th century. Situated in the heart of Monção and Melgaço (sub regions of Vinho Verde) where Alvarinho excels.

The terroir: The vineyards in this region stretch from the deep valley’s crest to the riverbanks of the Minho and its tributaries. The western mountains shield the vineyards from the fierce winds of the Atlantic Ocean, creating a distinct microclimate in the region. Summers are hot and dry, while winters are cold and wet. With towering mountains to the west dropping to low-altitude river margins, the region works as an amphitheatre for vineyards. The property has 53 hectares, with the highest density (5500 plants per hectare) of the entire Vinho Verde appellation, benefiting from pure granite soils, with gentle slopes for drainage and a southwest exposure for perfect ripeness. The estate is currently dry farmed but will develop a system to retain and store the region’s abundant rainwater to be used in critical moments of the growing season.