Cloudy Bay Chardonnay White
Explore Cloudy Bay Chardonnay White, a wine that epitomizes balance and harmony. Sourced from the stony soils of Wairau Valley and the dense clay of the Southern Valleys, this Chardonnay blends ripe stone fruit with distinctive citrusy elegance. Key vineyards include Barracks, Motukawa, Estate, Mustang, and Brook Street.
The grapes are hand-picked and whole-bunch pressed, using a traditional method that maintains the wine’s freshness and vibrancy. The resulting juice ferments in barrels with wild yeasts, adding complexity and texture. The wine matures for 11 months, with malolactic fermentation selectively used to achieve perfect balance.
On the nose, the wine is open and expressive, featuring notes of stone fruit, orchard blossoms, and subtle crème pâtissière and hazelnut. The palate is taut and vibrant, with mouthwatering citrus freshness framing a core of conference pear and white nectarine. A touch of well-integrated toasty oak merges with layers of savory texture, leading into a long and elegant finish. This Chardonnay naturally pairs with a variety of dishes, but is particularly suited to seafood and either bright or creamy flavors.
Cloudy Bay Te Koko Sauvignon Blanc White
Cloudy Bay Te Koko Sauvignon Blanc White is a remarkable wine that ferments in French oak barrels with indigenous yeasts, gaining a unique complexity over four to five months. The wine then rests in the barrels on fine lees for 15 months, followed by blending and maturation in Cloudy Bay’s cellars.
Te Koko is initially restrained on the nose but unfolds with subtle notes of tropicality, honey, and graphite. The palate is extraordinarily complete, featuring complex layers of peach, preserved citrus, and toasted nuts. A fine line of acidity and enticing saline minerality balance the intense fruit core, providing a clean, palate-cleansing finish.
Te Koko invites exploration and offers unexpected and provocative pairings with a wide range of cuisines. It pairs exceptionally well with Chinese-style crispy pork belly, vibrant spicy dishes, or smoked salmon.
Quinta das Carvalhas Reserva Red
Introducing the Quinta das Carvalhas Reserva Red, an authentic expression of the Douro essence. This wine is the result of meticulous vinification that begins with the manual harvesting of grapes on the varied slopes of the estate, covering both northern and southern terroirs.
The process starts with the careful selection of the best grapes from old vines, followed by destemming and traditional foot treading in granite lagares. Fermentation is conducted under controlled temperatures to preserve the distinct characteristics of the must. Aging for 12 months in mostly used French oak barrels adds complexity and depth to the wine.
This reserve features an aromatic profile of blue fruits and graphite notes, complemented by the elegance of old vines and the richness of Touriga Nacional. Medium-bodied, it offers smooth tannins and a long, spiced finish with vibrant, well-integrated acidity. It is the perfect accompaniment to robust dishes like bacalhau à lagareiro, standing out as a classic reinvented.
Herdade de São Miguel Esquecido Arinto White Magnum
Discover the uniqueness of the Herdade de São Miguel Esquecido Arinto White Magnum, a distinguished example from the sun-drenched vineyards of Alentejo. This wine originates from schist-clay soils, where each grape is handpicked to ensure its superior quality. The manual harvest is followed by a 24-hour pre-fermentation maceration, a crucial step that enhances the grape's natural aromas.
Fermentation takes place in 400L French oak barrels, a process lasting between 10 to 15 days, followed by a 16-month aging period in the same vessel. This meticulous method contributes to the wine's robust and enveloping profile. The intense yellow color with golden reflections heralds the richness found in the glass.
The palate of the Herdade de São Miguel Esquecido is complex and refreshing. Notes of dried fruits and a hint of honey complement its voluminous structure, offering a long and satisfying finish. This wine is an experience that elevates any special occasion.
Quinta da Rede Reserva White
Discover the excellence of Quinta da Rede Reserva White, a citrus wine with vivid green tones that captivate the senses. Its fragrant intensity reveals striking notes of orange blossom, apricot and delicate touches of tropical fruits, complemented by smoky nuances from the barrel, giving it a unique complexity.
This full-bodied and creamy wine maintains a notable lightness and fineness, thanks to the lemony hints that provide freshness and prolong the exuberant finish. Each grape is manually selected on a sorting mat at the entrance to the winery, ensuring maximum quality from harvest.
The production process is meticulous, with gentle pneumatic pressing followed by fermentation in stainless steel vats for 3 weeks at a controlled temperature of 15ºC. Alcoholic fermentation is completed in French oak barrels, 20% of which are new and 80% used, resulting in a 6-month aging period with weekly removal ("battonage").
Try Quinta da Rede Reserva White and enjoy a unique sensorial experience, where tradition and innovation meet to create a wine of exceptional quality.
Monte da Raposinha Ensaio #V Blanc de Noir Brut Nature
Discover Monte da Raposinha Ensaio #V Blanc de Noir Brut Nature, a distinctive sparkling wine from the Montargil region, Portalegre, in Alentejo. With an organic production method and benefiting from a cool and humid microclimate, thanks to the proximity to the Montargil Dam, this wine reflects the best and most differentiating of the Monte da Raposinha terroir. Created exclusively from Touriga Nacional, this sparkling wine is a unique expression of the variety.
Made through innovative vinification and irreverent approaches, this Blanc de Noir is obtained by gently pressing the entire bunch, following the classic method with free yeast. Maturation in the bottle for 12 months before disgorgement highlights its complexity and finesse.
Monte da Raposinha Ensaio #V presents notes of citrus and white-fleshed fruit, complemented by a light note of bread dough. The fine bubble and excellent acidity give it a refreshing finish, making it ideal with fish and seafood, sushi, ceviches and fish tartars, vegetarian dishes and cold salads. An elegant choice for special moments or to enhance any meal with sophistication.
Textura da Estrela Tinta Pinheira
Discover Textura da Estrela Tinta Pinheira, a unique wine from Serra da Estrela, grown at 450 meters of altitude on granite soils. This 35-year-old vineyard gives life to Tinta Pinheira, or Rufete, a rare grape variety that gives distinction to this Dão nectar.
Vinified using a method that combines whole and de-stemmed bunches, it ferments in stainless steel with minimal extraction, followed by 16 months in 225 liter barrels. This artisanal process highlights the purity and complexity of the wine.
It presents a luminous color, reddish pink, fruity aromas with touches of spices such as cloves and vegetal nuances. In the mouth, it surprises with its balanced acidity, notable minerality and delicate tannins. Textura da Estrela Tinta Pinheira is an invitation to explore the essence and elegance of Dão.
100Hectares 18º Reserva Red
Discover the distinct 100Hectares 18º Reserva Red, an authentic expression of the Douro. This wine, coming from schist soils, is the result of a rigorous selection of grapes and careful vinification. Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, it promises a unique experience.
With a sophisticated profile, it stands out for its deep ruby color and an aroma that combines vegetal notes with touches of black pepper and fresh fruit. In the mouth, it surprises with its freshness and contrasts, balancing high acidity with medium tannins, culminating in a dry and distinct finish.
Ideal to enrich your collection or to accompany exquisite dishes, the 100Hectares 18º Reserva Red is an invitation to discover the flavors of the Douro.
Dona Sancha Vinha da Avarenta Red 2021
Discover Dona Sancha Vinha da Avarenta Red 2021, a wine that captures the essence of the Dão region. Produced in vineyards located in Silgueiros, 330 meters above sea level and facing east, on granite soils, this wine is a testament to the exceptional quality of the region.
This wine ferments in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature of 22º-24ºC over 15 days, followed by a different stage: part of the batch matures in stainless steel vats and the other part in 500L French oak barrels for 8 months, supplemented for 8 months in a bottle.
Presenting an intense ruby color, Quinta Dona Sancha Vinha da Avarenta Red 2021 displays an aromatic bouquet with balsamic and pine forest notes, enriched by ripe black fruits. Its structure is marked by vibrant tannins and pronounced acidity, culminating in a long and memorable finish.
Bacalhôa Bical Vinhas Velhas 1931 White
Discover Bacalhôa Bical Vinhas Velhas 1931 White, a precious wine from Quinta da Rigodeira, acquired by Aliança Vinhos de Portugal in 2003. Located in the excellent wine region of Bairrada, between Fogueira and Ancas, this farm is home to notable plots, including a plantation from 1931, dedicated to the noble Bical grape variety.
This wine is distinguished by its unique aging: 60% of the batch fermented and matured for 12 months in new and one-year-old French oak barrels, while the remaining 40% benefited from the purity and freshness provided by stainless steel.
It has an extremely pale greenish yellow color, revealing an intense, finely delicate aroma, with touches of white-fleshed fruit and soft toasted notes. The balance is masterful, leading to a long and intense finish, where mineral notes stand out, adding complexity and promising admirable longevity. Its good acidity and refinement are excellent, demonstrating an impressive evolutionary capacity.
In gastronomy, Bacalhôa Bical Vinhas Velhas 1931 White harmonizes perfectly with fatty fish and delicate meats, thanks to its positive evolution in the bottle that enriches any meal with incomparable elegance.
Quinta do Cardo Vinha do Lomedo White
Discover Quinta do Cardo Vinha do Lomedo White, a landmark of organic viticulture in Portugal, sheltered by the majestic Marofa and Castelo Rodrigo mountains and bathed by the Douro, Côa and Águeda rivers. This distinctive wine has its origins in the most venerable plot of Vinha do Lomedo, over 50 years old, dominated by 90% of the indigenous Syrian grape variety.
With careful fermentation and maturation in an old 3,000 liter barrel, this wine encapsulates the purity and tradition of the unique terroir in which it grows. Quinta do Cardo Vinha do Lomedo Branco is an authentic expression of the character and richness of the Syrian grape variety, promising an unparalleled tasting experience that celebrates the legacy and innovation of Portuguese winemaking.
Quinta do Cardo Vinha do Pombal Red
Discover Quinta do Cardo Vinha do Pombal Red, an exponent of organic viticulture in Portugal, located in an idyllic setting protected by the Marofa and Castelo Rodrigo mountains, and embraced by the Douro, Côa and Águeda rivers.
Originating from the most venerable plot of Touriga Nacional, adjacent to a historic Pombal from the beginning of the 20th century, this wine is the result of careful manual harvesting. Vinified in frusto-conical vats at controlled temperatures, this process distills the essence of the terroir and enhances the varietal profile of the grape, giving the wine a unique expression.
Aged for 12 months on fine lees and without maturation in wood, Quinta do Cardo Vinha do Pombal Red is an ode to the purity and elegance of Touriga Nacional, reflecting the uniqueness and richness of the high-altitude terroir in which it is grown. This wine invites you to a tasting experience that celebrates the true essence of the grape variety and its native soil.
