BEYOND PORT
Alentejo: Alentejo, and wider region Alentejano, makes up about a third of Portugal’s vineyard area in the south with its flat, sun-baked plains. This hot and sunny region is actually known for producing premium wine corks, as well as full-bod- ied, quaffable red table wines. Whites tend to struggle in this hot climate, but the reds are made from grapes like Tem- pranillo (known as Aragones locally), Trincadeira and Alicante Bouschet.
Vinho Verde: Vinho Verde, Portugal’s cooler, wetter, most northern wine-growing region, is actually known more for its bright, fresh white wines rather than its leaner reds. The whites are often blended, with lower alcohol, a touch of residual sugar and al- most effervescent. However, some pro- ducers are making more serious, higher quality whites from single varieties.
AVELEDA FONTE VINHO VERDE DOC Blend of Loureiro, Arin- to, Trajadura and Fernão Pires. This wine is clean and bright with fresh lime and green apple flavours with a hint of white flow - ers. It's well balanced and youthful with a crisp acidity and lively nature. 9.5% ABV
BOJADOR RESERVA RED Blend of Alicante
CASA SANTOS LIMA QUID PRO QUO RESERVA Blend of Touriga Nacional, Tinto Roriz, Syrah and Ali- cante Bouschet. Flavours of blackberry, plum and vanilla are prominent, with hints of violets and freshly turned earth adding complexity. 12.5% ABV
SOALHEIRO ALVARINHO 100% Alvarinho. Notes of peach and bright lemon and lime, with a mineral core. This wine stands out for its elegance and complexity. A great example of how serious Vinho Verde can be. 12.5% ABV
Bouchet, Touriga Nacional and Aragones. Deep ruby colour with exuberant aromas of red berries with rounded tannins and a plush mouth feel. 14% ABV
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