In the glass
Aroma: white peach, orange blossom, lime, wet stone
Palate: stone fruit, citrus pith, fine mineral, long acidity
Reserva-tier single-varietal Alvarinho. Mineral and stone-fruit driven, with longer lees ageing than the entry-tier range.
What it pairs with
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Bacalhau a Gomes de Sa
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Stone fruit and mineral lift carry salt cod and onion weight. -
Roast monkfish
The wine's medium body matches meaty white fish. -
Aged Sao Jorge cheese
Long mineral acidity sharpens nutty hard cheese.
History
The Reserva Alvarinho was added as the estate's Alvarinho plantings reached commercial maturity, extending the range from the historic Loureiro flagship.
- 2010 — Quinta do Tamariz Alvarinho Reserva released as a Reserva-tier bottling
Facts
- Producer
- Quinta do Tamariz
- Grapes
- Alvarinho (100%)
- Classification
- Vinho Verde DOC
- Oak
- Stainless steel with extended lees contact
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 14 to 20 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2 to 8 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2010
Frequently asked about Quinta do Tamariz Alvarinho Reserva
What does Quinta do Tamariz Alvarinho Reserva taste like?
White peach, orange blossom, lime and wet stone on the nose; stone fruit, citrus pith, fine mineral and long acidity on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity and a long finish.
When should I drink Quinta do Tamariz Alvarinho Reserva?
Drink within 2 to 8 years of the vintage, chilled to 10 to 12C.
What food pairs with Quinta do Tamariz Alvarinho Reserva?
Bacalhau a Gomes de Sa, roast monkfish and aged Sao Jorge cheese are all strong matches.
Where is Quinta do Tamariz Alvarinho Reserva made?
At Quinta do Tamariz in Sao Miguel da Carreira, Barcelos, in the Cavado sub-region of Vinho Verde.