{"title":"Asparagus wines from Portugal","description":"\u003cp\u003ePortuguese white wines as the ideal accompaniment to asparagus represent an exciting discovery for lovers of spring cuisine. With their distinctive aromas, these characterful wines offer the perfect harmony with the delicate, earthy notes of this fine stalk vegetable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePortuguese asparagus wines impress not only with their flavor harmony with spring vegetables, but also with their excellent value for money. They offer a welcome alternative to traditional German asparagus wines and enrich the culinary experience with a multifaceted Mediterranean note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePortugal's mineral, dry white wines, especially from the cooler northern regions such as Vinho Verde and Bairrada, possess the ideal acidity and fruit expression to expertly complement the challenging aroma of asparagus. Indigenous grape varieties such as Alvarinho, Arinto, and Fernão Pires bring pleasant citrus fruit, floral undertones, and a subtle minerality that support the characteristic taste of asparagus rather than competing with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly recommended are the crisp, fresh Vinho Verde with their lively acidity, the elegant, more balanced white wines from the Dão, or the more complex varieties from the Douro Valley. Their moderate alcohol structure and restrained fruit make them ideal companions for both classic asparagus dishes with butter and Hollandaise sauce and Mediterranean preparations with olive oil and lemon.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"moscatel-galego-uivo-douro","title":"Moscatel Galego 2022 - Uivo - Douro","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWonderful wonder bag: sweet on the nose, crisp and dry in the mouth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, this interesting dry Moscatel delights with a pale yellow robe, while on the nose it tickles with a lively, stimulating, and fruitily sweet aroma reminiscent of classic sweet Moscatel wines. Notes of lemon balm, lemongrass, ginger, and grated carrot blend in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eForget Riesling, Sauvignon, and Chardonnay for a moment and discover this Moscatel as the drink of choice for summer!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe big surprise follows with the first sip: the wine is crisp and dry, wonderfully fresh and refreshing, with a delicate body – no trace of fruity sweetness remains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine of great purity, with low alcohol and a long-lasting finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Moscatel Galego from 35-year-old vines planted on a small vineyard of just 2 hectares on a mixture of slate and granite soils. The vines, harvested by hand in September, undergo intensive vineyard sorting, are partially destemmed, but not pressed and macerated for four months. Spontaneous fermentation takes place in cement tanks (5000L) with ambient yeasts and lasts about three weeks under temperature control. After pressing, the wine spends about two months on the lees without being stirred. The wine ages for six months in cement tanks; it is neither fined nor filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA young, seductive wine, particularly suited for the warm season. Serve beautifully chilled, preferably between 6 - 8 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairs well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asparagus, goat cheese, fish, as an aperitif, and is very versatile on its own or as an accompaniment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folias de Baco","offers":[{"title":"Bottle (0.75 liters)","offer_id":9172823441465,"sku":"MP-MOSC-FOLIA-2065","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/products\/moscatel-galego-uivo-douro-maitre-philippe-filles-folias-de-baco-753709.jpg?v=1774991393"},{"product_id":"permitido-branco-centenaria-2019-douro","title":"Permitido Branco 2019 Centenária - Douro","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis highly complex white wine comes from a 120-year-old vineyard in Douro Superior, on granite soil, 800 meters above sea level, combining so many aromas: On a very mineral base (flint and damp stone) sit juicy, fruity notes of dried apricot, pineapple and ripe citrus fruits. Lively, very full-bodied and supple, yet light and fresh. \u003cbr\u003eA “serious” wine that leaves a long finish with subtle nuances of bitter citrus peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine was fermented spontaneously and without temperature control in huge (700-liter) vats, where it aged on the lees for 10 months. It is a so-called “field blend” of at least 15 autochthonous Portuguese grape varieties such as Folgazão, Dona Branca, Verdelho, Siria, Malvasia, Rabigato and many others. \u003cbr\u003eIt was bottled unfiltered and unstabilized, and like all wines by Márcio Lopes, it is as natural as possible, because all of Márcio’s wines share a common denominator: minimal intervention both in the vineyard and in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThis wine has a very intense citrus aroma, fresh notes and plenty of minerality. Very harmonious on the palate with a very long, persistent body and endless freshness.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing suggestion: Red meat and spicier dishes. Ideal temperature: 12ºC. \u003cbr\u003eCan be enjoyed immediately or over the next 10 to 20 years, provided it is stored in a cool, dry and dark place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe name of this wine “Permitido” (German: allowed) comes from the fact that the grapes come from the hills between 650 and 800 meters above sea level, where you can find tranquility and breathe pure air, and where everyone is allowed to dream, live and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMárcio Lopes: The Rising Star in Vinho Verde.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMárcio Lopes was born in Porto in 1983 and spent many summer holidays with his grandparents in the Porto hinterland, where they grew corn and wheat and also produced wine. At the age of 6, his grandmother put him in a lagar (a traditional Portuguese granite vat used for winemaking) so that he could stomp the grapes in it with his feet, as is still traditionally done today. This was the first of many, many wines that young Márcio has produced since then. The rest is history …\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Marcio Lopes\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/files\/marcio_sessel_1.jpg?v=1590433622\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready a year before graduating in agricultural engineering in 2006, Márcio began working with the famous winemaker Anselmo Mendes in Melgaço. In 2008, he went to Australia, where he was responsible for two vintages in Rutherglen and Tasmania. In 2010, he started his own project “Pequenos Rebentos” (Portuguese for “little shoots”) in the Minho region, the home of Vinhos Verdes. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marcio Lopes Winemaker","offers":[{"title":"75 cl bottle","offer_id":31221385920595,"sku":"MP-PERM-MARCI-2163","price":29.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/products\/permitido-branco-centenaria-douro-maitre-philippe-filles-marcio-lopes-winemaker-698572.jpg?v=1774991434"},{"product_id":"pequenos-rebentos-vinho-verde-loureiro-2025-marcio-lopes-winemaker","title":"Pequenos Rebentos Vinho Verde \"Loureiro\" 2025","description":"\u003ch4\u003eMade from 100% Loureiro grapes grown in three vineyards in Ponte de Lima, Barcelos and Braga.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese areas have a very special microclimate with slightly less Atlantic influence than the rest of the region - the winters are cold with moderate rainfall and the summers are hot and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe now cultivates around 5 hectares of granite-grown vineyards and buys some grapes from selected farmers who also work without herbicides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA charming Loureiro that captivates with its inviting greenish colour and expressive bouquet. Careful hand-harvesting and gentle transport in small crates form the basis of its exceptional quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose reveals a delightful floral bouquet that perfectly showcases the typical characteristics of the Loureiro grape. Its refreshing nature makes it an extremely lively companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gentle processing - from carefully destemming the grapes to 48 hours of decanting - gives this wine its special finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA versatile food companion that pairs harmoniously with salads, fine fish dishes, white meats and grilled food. It is best enjoyed at 12°C. When stored properly - cool, dark and dry - it shows a remarkable ageing potential of up to 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis winemaking is minimally interventionist; he ferments his wines with natural yeasts and, like many of our producers, Márcio Lopes believes that if the fruit is good enough, he will produce quality wines with a balance that reflects his terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis seems to work - his wines are unmistakably fresh and lively, showing bright and clear typical varietal aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are present and pure, with crisp acidity and a balanced texture, more than suitable for most seafood and also excellent with creamy sauces. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marcio Lopes Winemaker","offers":[{"title":"75 cl bottle","offer_id":31267690283091,"sku":"MP-PEQU-MARCI-2166","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/files\/Loureiro_Marcio_Lopes_1.png?v=1774991988"},{"product_id":"sou-2018-alvarinho-de-moncao-e-melgaco","title":"\"Sou 2018\" Alvarinho from Monção e Melgaço","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a joint project by Joana Santiago from the eponymous Quinta de Santiago in Monção and winemaker, oenologist and producer Nuno Mira do Ó, one of Portugal's most famous \"flying winemakers\". Born from a sincere friendship and inspired by rock music, a shared passion beyond wine! A rebellious and authentic wine, a raw and pure expression of the Monção and Melgaço \"terroir\". \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma is imposing with many silex notes accompanying the grapefruit and mandarin fruit. The notes of citrus peel remain in the taste, which is dry, with immense tension that continues in the crisp finish full of brilliance and presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-harvested, gentle pressing, natural decanting. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts of 40% of the must in used 400 l barrels, of which 50% spontaneously underwent malolactic fermentation. Slow fermentation of 60% of the remaining must in barriques. Then aged on the lees for 9 months and aged in the bottle since August 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs well with a wide selection of dishes such as tomato salad, heart-shaped mussel xerém, steamed mussels, grilled sea bass, juicy tuna, roasted quail, pickled partridge, spicy guinea fowl or Iberian pork ribs\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nuno Mira do Ó","offers":[{"title":"Bottle 0.75L","offer_id":39371847729235,"sku":"MP-SOU-NUNO-2390","price":33.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/products\/sou-alvarinho-de-moncao-e-melgaco-maitre-philippe-filles-nuno-mira-do-o-425331.jpg?v=1774991179"},{"product_id":"uivo-curtido-orange-wine-douro-folias-de-baco","title":"Uivo Curtido 2025- Orange Wine - Douro","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhite wine with tannins, macerated for 4 months. Hand-harvested from selected Moscatel Galego grapes grown in 40-year-old vineyards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards are located in the Cima-Corgo (Alijó) sub-region at an average altitude of 600 meters, on slate and granite soils.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaking:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe grapes are harvested in early September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWhole bunches undergo spontaneous fermentation in cement tanks, without mechanical extraction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSkin maceration for 4 months. Pressed at the end of January.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNo SO2 added, no fining or filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBottled in February 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntense opal-yellow color. The wine displays an intense concentration of aromas with notes of rose petals, lychee, and mandarin. The medium-bodied palate shows a certain tannic structure and medium acidity, leading to a long-lasting finish.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eServe chilled, between 10-12°C. 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A wine that deserves time and patience. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eThe Project\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBranco Vinhas Novas Monte Branco 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003eanother new project from the winery\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003efirst vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e of this experimental line. What makes it special: It is made from \u003cstrong\u003eyoung vines that are only three years old\u003c\/strong\u003e - a bold undertaking in winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is quite good\u003c\/strong\u003e and presents itself as a \u003cstrong\u003ecurious undertaking\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wine is \u003cstrong\u003ea little reductive\u003c\/strong\u003e, but also shows \u003cstrong\u003etension and appropriate concentration\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe acidity is key here\u003c\/strong\u003e - it gives the wine its characteristic expression. \u003cstrong\u003eIt is nervous and a little different\u003c\/strong\u003e, which sets it apart from conventional white wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe wine \u003cstrong\u003eshows itself very well\u003c\/strong\u003e and demonstrates the \u003cstrong\u003epotential of this experimental approach\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eGrape Varieties \u0026amp; Vinification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThis unusual cuvée combines three \u003cstrong\u003ePortuguese grape varieties\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"[\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e45% Arinto\u003c\/strong\u003e - provides structure and acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e45% Rabigato\u003c\/strong\u003e - brings complexity and character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e10% Galego Dourado\u003c\/strong\u003e - adds a rare, authentic note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe wine was aged for \u003cstrong\u003enine months\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e30% new French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e with a moderate alcohol content of \u003cstrong\u003e12.6%\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eAging Potential - An Experiment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eLuis Louro's view: \"It can age\" - the producer believes in its long-term potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eCritical observation: It has often been disappointing how early vintages of very young wines age over their lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eRecommendation: Enjoy this curious undertaking despite the strong acidity on the younger side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003eThe experiment: Keep a bottle to age. Let's see who is right in 2030 - the producer or the wine merchant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\"\u003eThe Producer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuis Louro\u003c\/strong\u003e demonstrates his \u003cstrong\u003eexperimental spirit\u003c\/strong\u003e and courage for unconventional approaches with this project. 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The grapes were harvested from two vineyards—one in Feiteiras and a smaller, older vineyard located higher up near the estate's main house. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter gentle pressing and a 24-hour decanting period to separate the must from the lees, the wine was fermented under controlled conditions at 15 degrees. The final wine consists of a blend of 35% aged in French oak barrels and 65% aged in stainless steel tanks, each for a period of 14 months. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn December 2021, 1,428 individually numbered bottles of this wine were bottled. 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