In the glass

Medium-bodiedHigh acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: wet stone, green herb, lime, fresh citrus

Palate: citrus, saline edge, fine mineral, fresh acidity

Taut Avesso-led blend with Loureiro. Wet stone and green herb aromatics, focused and saline-edged, nine months on lees in stainless steel.

What it pairs with

  • Bacalhau a Gomes de Sa Find bacalhau a gomes de sa on TableJourney →
    Saline edge and mineral cut sharpen the salt cod base.
  • Grilled white fish
    Delicate fish and the wine's wet-stone edge work in tandem.
  • Asparagus risotto
    Green herb aromatics meet asparagus directly.

History

Terroir Mineral is the entry-tier Quinta de Sanjoanne bottling under the Casa de Cello family group, vinified specifically to emphasise the granitic Amarante terroir of the 14-hectare Sanjoanne vineyard.

  1. 2010 — Terroir Mineral added to the Quinta de Sanjoanne range

Facts

Producer
Quinta de Sanjoanne
Grapes
Avesso (60%), Loureiro (40%)
Classification
Vinho Verde DOC, Amarante
Oak
Stainless steel only, nine months on lees
ABV
12.0%
Price
EUR 12 to 16 at retail
Drinking window
2 to 6 from vintage
First vintage
2010

Frequently asked about Quinta de Sanjoanne Terroir Mineral

What does Quinta de Sanjoanne Terroir Mineral taste like?

Wet stone, green herb, lime and fresh citrus on the nose; citrus, saline edge, fine mineral and fresh acidity on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity and a long finish.

When should I drink Quinta de Sanjoanne Terroir Mineral?

Drink within 2 to 6 years of the vintage, chilled to 10 to 12C.

What food pairs with Quinta de Sanjoanne Terroir Mineral?

Bacalhau a Gomes de Sa, grilled white fish and asparagus risotto are all strong matches.

What grapes are in Quinta de Sanjoanne Terroir Mineral?

60 percent Avesso and 40 percent Loureiro from the 14-hectare Sanjoanne vineyard in Amarante.

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