Alvarinho Reserva 2022

Alcohol: 14% vol

Description

Produced at Quinta do Tamariz, in the Vinhos Verdes Demarcated Region (Sub-region of Cávado), Alvarinho Reserva 2022 is a limited-production wine (just 1,253 bottles) made exclusively from 100% Alvarinho grapes.

The 2022 vintage was marked by early flowering due to high spring temperatures, followed by a hot, dry summer with little northern wind, allowing a complete transformation of sugars into alcohol and producing concentrated, expressive wines.

Grapes were carefully hand-harvested into small boxes to avoid crushing, then nearly fully destemmed, pressed, and fermented in stainless steel at 14–16ºC for 30 days. The wine aged on fine lees with weekly bâtonnage for at least 4 months, followed by 2 months in used French oak barrels, bringing complexity and balance without overpowering the varietal expression.

Tasting Notes

Visual: Light citrine color.

Aroma: Intense, with notes of stone fruits, dried fruits, white flowers, and a delicate touch of spice.

Palate: Full-bodied, elegant, and mineral, with freshness and a long, persistent finish. Subtle, well-integrated oak enhances complexity.

Style: A concentrated and refined Alvarinho, privileging quality over quantity.

Food Pairing

Perfect with refined seafood, grilled fish, white meats, or creamy risottos. Can be enjoyed immediately or aged further for added depth.
Serving Temperature: 12–14ºC.

Technical Information

Denomination of Origin: Vinho Verde (DOC)

Type: White Reserva

Grape Variety: 100% Alvarinho

Region: Vinhos Verdes, Sub-region Cávado

Soil: Granitic

Planting Density: 1,666 vines/ha

Exposure: South/West

Training System: Simple Cordon

Production: 1,253 bottles (750 ml)

pH: 3.26

Total Acidity: 6.3 g/L

Fermentation: Stainless steel, 14–16ºC for 30 days

Ageing: 4 months on fine lees with bâtonnage + 2 months in used French oak barrels

Enology Team: Jorge Sousa Pinto, Maria Francisca Vinagre, Joana Araújo

Vintage: 2022