In the glass
Aroma: lime, green apple, lees, white flowers
Palate: citrus, stone fruit, fine bead, saline close
The Adega de Monção cooperative's traditional-method Alvarinho sparkling: lime, green apple and lees over a saline close at a co-op price point.
What it pairs with
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Oysters
Saline Alvarinho fizz with high-acid drive is a textbook oyster match. -
Smoked salmon canapes
Citrus drive and lees register partner cured fish; fine bead refreshes between bites. -
Aperitif with almonds
Lime aromatics and saline close pair roasted nuts. -
Sushi and sashimi
High-acid mineral fizz refreshes the palate against raw fish.
History
The Adega de Monção espumante joined the cooperative's range as Vinho Verde sparkling production grew through the 2000s and 2010s. Single-variety Alvarinho traditional-method at the cooperative price point.
- 2008 — Adega de Monção Espumante Bruto launched as the cooperative's traditional-method Alvarinho
Facts
- Producer
- Adega Cooperativa de Monção
- Grapes
- Alvarinho (100%)
- Classification
- DOC Vinho Verde - Monção e Melgaço
- Oak
- Stainless steel base wine; minimum 12 months on lees in bottle
- ABV
- 12.0%
- Price
- EUR 12 to 18 at retail
- Drinking window
- 0-5 from disgorgement
- First vintage
- 2008
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Adega de Monção Espumante Bruto
What does the Adega de Monção Espumante taste like?
Lime, green apple, lees and white flowers on the nose; citrus, stone fruit, fine bead and a saline close on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity and a long finish.
When should I drink it?
Drink within 0 to 5 years from disgorgement. Serve chilled at 6 to 8 degrees Celsius.
What grapes are in this sparkling?
100 percent Alvarinho from the cooperative's Monção e Melgaço grower network.
What food pairs with this espumante?
Oysters, smoked salmon canapes, aperitif with almonds and sushi.