Soalheiro - Primeiras Vinhas Alvarinho 2023 (750ml) Empordà

Soalheiro - Primeiras Vinhas Alvarinho 2023 (750ml) EmpordàTraditionally, the wines of Melgao were field blends of various native grape varieties. In 1974, Joa? o Antonio Cerdeira broke from tradition and planted the first continuous vineyard of a single variety, Alvarinho, in the territory. In 1982, he became the first in the region to bottle them into a single varietal wine and dedicated the entire production of Soalheiro to Alvarinho. As the name of the wine indicates, Primeiras Vinhas (First Vineyards)

like Nebbiolo he privileges poor white soils for his best expression

Rich and layered with black cherry and dark chocolate flavors

100% MOSCATO/PIEMONTE

Joe understands that it’s the minutiae of vineyard work that makes great fruit happen

5% -Taylor River

Dark fruit followed by spice on the palate

While enjoyable upon

a summertime starter or with fresh seafood

Ends with nice length around the firm but well-integrated tannins

Case Production 12 pack:

It expresses the typical aroma of this variety with hints of exotic and citrus fruits

but can age as well