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Structure
Drinking window
Best 1 to 3 years from vintage.
vintage1 yrs3 yrs8 yrs
Critic scores
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In the glass
Aroma: lime, white flower, green apple, fresh herb
Palate: citrus, soft spritz, saline lift, fresh acidity
Multi-varietal blend from 14 grape varieties cultivated at 400 metres altitude in Veade, Celorico de Basto. Bright, classic Vinho Verde freshness.
What it pairs with
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Bolinhos de bacalhau
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Fried salt cod and the wine's lime acidity balance cleanly. -
Grilled white fish
Delicate fish and the wine's saline lift work in tandem. -
Polvo a lagareiro
Olive-oil octopus needs the wine's bright acidity to balance fat.
History
The Garantia das Quintas agricultural company began commercial production at Quinta de Santa Cristina in 2004, restoring a centuries-old family property in Celorico de Basto. The estate won Best of Wine Tourism 2017 from the Great Wine Capitals organization.
- 2004: Garantia das Quintas Sociedade Agricola founded to commercialise Quinta de Santa Cristina wines
- 2017: Quinta de Santa Cristina wins Best of Wine Tourism from the Great Wine Capitals organization
Facts
- Producer
- Quinta de Santa Cristina · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Loureiro, Arinto, Avesso
- Classification
- Vinho Verde DOC, Basto
- Oak
- Stainless steel only, gentle pneumatic press, controlled fermentation
- ABV
- 11.5%
- Price
- EUR 8 to 12 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1 to 3 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2004
Frequently asked about Quinta de Santa Cristina Vinho Verde
What does Quinta de Santa Cristina Vinho Verde taste like?
Lime, white flower, green apple and fresh herb on the nose; citrus, soft spritz, saline lift and fresh acidity on the palate. Light-bodied with high acidity and a medium finish.
When should I drink Quinta de Santa Cristina Vinho Verde?
Drink within 1 to 3 years of the vintage, well chilled to 8 to 10C.
What food pairs with Quinta de Santa Cristina Vinho Verde?
Bolinhos de bacalhau, grilled white fish and polvo a lagareiro are all strong matches.
Where is Quinta de Santa Cristina Vinho Verde made?
At Veade, Celorico de Basto, at 400 metres altitude in the Basto sub-region of Vinho Verde.
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