Adega de Moncao Muralhas de Moncao Vinho Verde 2022

"Black cherry with purple violet hues. Clean, fragrant with a bouquet of spices, violets and blueberries. Smooth texture, with savoury red fruits, soft with a round tannins, well-balanced acidity and a pure finish." —winemaker

"Sourced from vineyards that surround the winery and fermented without oak to preserve the underlying expression of its classic terroir, this is Sauvignon Blanc as channeled through the unique prism of Bordeaux, offering the enhanced texture, elegance, and richness of body that are the region’s hallmarks. According to Jean Marc, part of that depth also results from the small touch of Sémillon (the region’s “other” white grape) he includes in the blend, which imparts a certain “je ne sais quoi” that immediately conjures white Bordeaux. With its cleansing freshness and acidity and flavors of citrus and melon, it’s a quintessential oyster wine, but has all the necessary structure to stand up to richer fish and shellfish dishes (think pan-seared trout or broiled lobster)." —importer

"The Tempranillo vineyards are planted in sandy soils in the traditional “vaso”, head-pruned, system. The handpicked grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks and then the wine is aged in French and American oak barrels. Deep purple in color, the aromatics erupt with a mix of crushed red and black fruits, sweet spice, and tinged with cedar. An incredible value, possessing fantastic fruit, excellent mid-palate depth and ripe tannins." —winemaker

"Aveleda is produced in our winery with grapes from the Vinho Verde region — the most extensive in Portugal. The careful temperature control during the winemaking process produces a wine that is slightly citrine in color, clear and bright. Its gentle and fruity aroma gives it a smooth, delicate flavor." —winemaker

Blend: Azal, Arinto, Loureiro, Trajadura