In the glass
Aroma: white peach, orange blossom, lime, wet stone
Palate: stone fruit, citrus pith, fine mineral, fresh acidity
Single-varietal Alvarinho from Quinta de Curvos's broader regional footprint. Mineral and stone-fruit driven with the estate's signature freshness.
What it pairs with
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Bacalhau a Gomes de Sa
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Stone fruit and mineral cut lift the salt-cod base. -
Shellfish platter
Cold seafood and saline acidity carry each other. -
Grilled bream
Delicate white fish and the wine's saline lift complement each other.
History
Curvos Alvarinho was added as the estate expanded beyond Loureiro into single-varietal Alvarinho expressions.
- 2005 — Curvos Alvarinho added as the estate's single-varietal Alvarinho expression
Facts
- Producer
- Quinta de Curvos
- Grapes
- Alvarinho (100%)
- Classification
- Vinho Verde DOC
- Oak
- Stainless steel only, lees contact
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 12 to 17 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2 to 6 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2005
Frequently asked about Curvos Alvarinho
What does Curvos Alvarinho taste like?
White peach, orange blossom, lime 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 Curvos Alvarinho?
Drink within 2 to 6 years of the vintage, chilled to 10 to 12C.
What food pairs with Curvos Alvarinho?
Bacalhau a Gomes de Sa, shellfish platters and grilled bream are all strong matches.
Where is Curvos Alvarinho made?
At Quinta de Curvos's broader regional vineyard footprint across Forjaes, Ponte de Lima and Barcelos.