In the glass
Aroma: white peach, orange blossom, lime peel, wet stone
Palate: stone fruit, citrus pith, fine mineral, fresh acidity
Single-varietal Alvarinho from the estate's plantings outside the historic Moncao and Melgaco sub-region. Mineral and citrus-driven, fresh stone-fruit lift.
What it pairs with
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Bacalhau a Gomes de Sa
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Citrus pith and mineral edge sharpen the salt cod base. -
Shellfish platter
Stone fruit and saline acidity carry cold seafood cleanly. -
Sushi
Alvarinho's stone fruit and mineral edge mirror raw fish.
History
The single-varietal Alvarinho came from estate plantings made as Alvarinho moved beyond the Moncao and Melgaco heartland into the broader Vinho Verde region.
- 2010 — Vilacetinho Alvarinho added to the estate range
Facts
- Producer
- Casa de Vilacetinho
- Grapes
- Alvarinho (100%)
- Classification
- Vinho Verde DOC
- Oak
- Stainless steel only, lees contact
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 12 to 18 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2 to 6 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2010
Frequently asked about Vilacetinho Alvarinho
What does Vilacetinho Alvarinho taste like?
White peach, orange blossom, lime peel and wet stone on the nose; stone fruit, citrus pith, fine mineral and fresh acidity on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity and a long finish.
When should I drink Vilacetinho Alvarinho?
Drink within 2 to 6 years of the vintage, chilled to 10 to 12C.
What food pairs with Vilacetinho Alvarinho?
Bacalhau a Gomes de Sa, shellfish platters and sushi are all strong matches.
Where is Vilacetinho Alvarinho made?
At Casa de Vilacetinho in Alpendurada, Marco de Canaveses, in the Amarante sub-region of Vinho Verde.