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Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho

A complex, mineral Albariño with this variety’s typical bitter touch
Vegan
75 cl.
2023
93 Decántalo
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Details
Alcohol 13.00%
Production area Minho
Designation of Origin Vinho Verde
Contains sulphites
Varieties 100% Albariño
Service 8.0
Volume 75 cl.
Tasting notes Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho 2023

White wine Skin Contact Respectful agriculture and Vegan.

Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho 2023 unveils itself in an alluring straw yellow hue with golden glimmers. This white wine is renowned for its ethereal body and a profoundly aromatic profile. Upon nosing, it unfurls a spectrum of citrus fragrances such as lemon and tangerine, interwoven with white floral notes that bestow a distinctive elegance. On the palate, it is perceived as smooth and dry, with a flavor true to the Alvarinho grape, brimming with fruity nuances. It delivers a crisp and lingering finish, where the citrus undertones are complemented by subtle mineral impressions.

Style Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Less aromatic
Very aromatic
Pairing
Seafood, White fish, Rice dishes

About Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho

Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho is a white wine macerated with skins and made with the Albariño variety by Anselmo Mendes in Vinho Verde, in the Minho region (Portugal). 
 
Working on the family estate in the town of Monçao, Anselmo Mendes is a winemaker known around the world for his innovative spirit. A great champion of the local native varieties like Albariño, Loureiro and Avesso, he has been able to combine tradition with modernity better than anyone and as a result he produces great wines that perfectly express the land they come from. 
 
Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho comes from vines planted in deep pebble soils. These are native vines that enjoy the influence of the Atlantic climate and are traditionally cultivated. When the grapes reach optimum ripeness, they are manually harvested and quickly taken to the winery in 20 kg boxes.  
 
In the winery the grapes are destemmed and undergo a brief maceration. After pressing, the Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho must is cold clarified and then begins a long fermentation at a low temperature of 14 to 18ºC in stainless steel tanks. Finally, the wine ages for 3 months on its lees with periodic battonages.
 
Made by the great expert of the Albariño variety, Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho is a complex, mineral white wine with a bitter touch that is very typical of the variety. 
2023

Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho 2023 unveils itself in an alluring straw yellow hue with golden glimmers. This white wine is renowned for its ethereal body and a profoundly aromatic profile. Upon nosing, it unfurls a spectrum of citrus fragrances such as lemon and tangerine, interwoven with white floral notes that bestow a distinctive elegance. On the palate, it is perceived as smooth and dry, with a flavor true to the Alvarinho grape, brimming with fruity nuances. It delivers a crisp and lingering finish, where the citrus undertones are complemented by subtle mineral impressions.

2022

Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho 2022 unfolds with a palette of delicate floral aromas, evoking the freshness of spring blossoms, complemented by subtle mineral nuances reminiscent of rain-drenched stones. On the palate, this youthful and light white wine surprises with its enveloping texture and pronounced mineral quality, while the citrus and saline notes interplay harmoniously, offering a refreshing and lively experience.

2021

Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho 2021 is an aromatic white wine exuding luscious tropical fruit fragrances, citrus undertones, and herbaceous hints. On the palate, it is velvety, vibrant, and redolent. This wine boasts a pronounced acidity and a lingering mineral finish.

2020
Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho 2020 is an aromatic white wine with citrus fragrances, tropical notes and floral and mentholated touches. On the palate it is smooth, dry and complex. An unctuous, fruity wine with a fresh, long and very mineral finish. 
 
2020
89 Parker

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