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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":"vinho-verde-loureiro-nat-cool-2025-by-niepoort-und-pequenos-rebentos","title":"Vinho Verde Loureiro Nat Cool 2025 by Niepoort and Pequenos Rebentos","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePequenos Rebentos Nat Cool Loureiro 2025 – light, honest, by the litre\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA light-footed Loureiro that does exactly what it’s meant to do: bring you pleasure.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThis wine comes from the Cávado e Lima sub-region in northern Portugal’s lush landscape, right in the heart of Vinho Verde country. The vines grow on granite soils that give the wine its clear, fresh character. It is made from 100% Loureiro, a grape variety that is right at home here and known for its floral and citrus aromas and delightful lightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eWhat makes this wine special is Dirk Niepoort’s Nat Cool concept: less is more. Less alcohol, less extraction, less fuss – and more drinkability. Authentic, light and uncomplicated, bottled in the characteristic one-litre bottle at a fair price. A wine you don’t need to study for long – simply open and enjoy, well chilled on a warm day, without any fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe wine is made by winemaker Márcio Lopes. The grapes are harvested by hand in small 18- to 20-kilogram crates and gently pressed whole, followed by 48 hours of clarification. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel, followed by five months of ageing – also in stainless steel. This keeps the wine clear, fresh and true to itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuvée:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Loureiro\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marcio Lopes Winemaker","offers":[{"title":"1-liter bottle","offer_id":44719173763338,"sku":"MP-NAT-COOL-2025","price":17.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/files\/nat_cool.jpg?v=1781788122"},{"product_id":"zafirah-2023-vinho-verde-tinto-constantino-ramos","title":"Zafirah 2023 - Vinho Verde Red","description":"\u003cp\u003eZafirah is a red wine that revives the historic tradition of the Monção region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese wines were mentioned as early as 1286 in a charter by King Afonso III and were renowned for their quality from the 14th to the 16th century, to the extent that they were even exported to England as a substitute for Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstantino Ramos uses four small, over 50-year-old trellis vineyards (ramadas) for Zafirah to reinterpret this traditional style of wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn the glass, Zafirah presents a bright ruby-red color. The aroma is fruity, with distinct notes of strawberry and raspberry as well as balsamic hints. On the palate, it is deep and soft, with notes of fresh red fruit and spices, particularly black pepper. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is characterized by its bright color, lightness, freshness, and pronounced acidity. It has a moderate alcohol content and is described as graceful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZafirah is a blend dominated by the Alvarelhão variety, complemented by Borraçal, Pedral, Espadeiro, and a small proportion of Vinhão. The grapes are carefully hand-picked and strictly selected, with only perfectly healthy fruit used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking process includes complete destemming, followed by a 24-hour pre-fermentation maceration and subsequent pressing. Fermentation takes place two-thirds in stainless steel tanks and one-third in French oak barrels. The wine ages for six months and is produced with minimal oenological intervention to preserve its natural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its pronounced acidity, Zafirah is highly versatile as a food pairing. It suits both light dishes such as sushi or pasta and more complex, richer dishes, and even desserts. The recommended serving temperature is between 12 and 14°C.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Constantino Ramos","offers":[{"title":"75 cl bottle","offer_id":49585253908746,"sku":"MP-ZAFI-CONST-3122","price":14.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/files\/IMG_0003.jpg?v=1774991804"},{"product_id":"juca-2023-vinho-verde-tinto-constantino-ramos","title":"Juca 2023 - Vinho Verde Red","description":"\u003cp\u003eJuca, named after Constantino Ramos' grandfather, the former bandmaster and winemaker from Riba de Mouro, is more than just a wine. It is a tribute to an entire village and its medieval winemaking tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstantino creates this wine from two century-old vineyards to honor the rich history and culture of Riba de Mouro. Juca embodies an ethnographic concept that brings a forgotten but breathtakingly beautiful region back to light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is made traditionally and naturally: Hand-picked grapes are carefully sorted, destemmed, and fermented in barrels on the skins. After six months of aging in stainless steel tanks, the wine is bottled unfiltered and with almost no additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, Juca reveals aromas of raspberries, red berries, and wildflowers, paired with mineral notes of tar, pine, and forest—an olfactory journey to Riba de Mouro. On the palate, it is fresh, with fine tannins, good structure, and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a tribute to local cuisine, Juca pairs excellently with traditional dishes such as feijoada, rojões, or cozido à portuguesa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should be served slightly chilled at around 13°C to fully express its aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Constantino Ramos","offers":[{"title":"75 cl bottle","offer_id":49676165611786,"sku":"MP-JUCA-CONST-3135","price":16.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/files\/IMG_0003-2.jpg?v=1774991804"},{"product_id":"pequenos-rebentos-vinho-verde-2025-lote-n-3","title":"Pequenos Rebentos Vinho Verde 2025 Lot No. 3","description":"\u003ch4\u003eA Vinho Verde made from Alvarinho, Loureiro and Trajadura!\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Vinho Verde region, Márcio Lopes works with the Alvarinho, Loureiro and Trajadura varieties from the Monção and Melgaço sub-region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese areas have a very special microclimate with slightly less Atlantic influence than the rest of the region: winters are cold with moderate rainfall, and summers are hot and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMárcio now manages around 10 hectares of vineyards grown on granite. He also purchases grapes from selected farmers who, like himself, do not use herbicides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePequenos Rebentos Lote 3 2025 is an elegant cuvée made from the Portuguese grape varieties Alvarinho, Loureiro and Trajadura, masterfully combining elegance and versatility. After being hand-harvested and transported in small crates, the grapes are destemmed, macerated for four hours, gently pressed and disgorged after 48 hours. Controlled fermentation at 14–15°C for 15 days ensures its characteristic freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, the wine impresses with its greenish colour, while its aromas reveal citrus fruits, minerals and subtle vegetal notes. On the palate, it is lively with a \u003cstrong\u003efine perlage\u003c\/strong\u003e that leads to a long, intense finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServed at 10°C, Pequenos Rebentos Lote 3 2025 can be enjoyed immediately or consumed within the next three to four years if stored optimally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA versatile food companion, it pairs excellently with salads, fine fish and white meat. It is best enjoyed at 10°C. When stored properly—cool, dry and protected from light—it has an ageing potential of three to four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a winemaker, Márcio Lopes intervenes only as much as absolutely necessary and relies as much as possible on the natural processes of winemaking. 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This makes the wine an ideal companion for seafood and dishes with creamy sauces.\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 maize and wheat and also produced wine. At the age of six, his grandmother placed him in a lagar (a traditional Portuguese granite vat used for winemaking) so that he could stomp the grapes 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\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/files\/marcio_sessel_1.jpg?v=1590433622\" alt=\"Marcio Lopes\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready a year before graduating in agricultural engineering in 2006, Márcio began working with the renowned 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 launched his own project, “Pequenos Rebentos” (Portuguese for “little shoots”), in the Minho region, home of the Vinhos Verdes. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marcio Lopes Winemaker","offers":[{"title":"75 cl bottle","offer_id":50680029708554,"sku":"MP-PEQU-MARCI-3337","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/files\/Generated_with_Kive.ai_-_kive-image_d4969dd5-63ad-45da-9a65-c5d1e5e9da4f.jpg?v=1781810668"},{"product_id":"proibido-tinto-reserva-2023-marcio-lopes-winemaker","title":"Proibido Tinto Reserva 2023","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_06bcea644caa2f30\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-updated-hr-color\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant red wine is made from fine grapes, including Touriga Nacional and Touriga Franca, as well as a small proportion of older grape varieties, in the upper Douro Valley. The vineyards are located on the left bank of the Douro and are strategically protected from intense heat, leading to cooler conditions. This allows the grapes to ripen more slowly and evenly and enhances the complexity of their aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is made using traditional methods: after manual harvesting, the grapes are transported in small crates, destemmed and trodden in granite vats (lagares), where they ferment for about ten days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, this wine presents intense aromas of red fruit, complemented by subtle oak notes. It is structured, food-friendly and long-lasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Proibido Tinto Reserva is an ideal match for red meat and grilled dishes and should be served at 16°C. It can be enjoyed immediately or has aging potential of up to ten years, provided it is stored on its side in a cool, dry, dark place away from temperature fluctuations.\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Marcio Lopes Winemaker\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0001\/0763\/files\/marcio_keller.jpg?v=1574285723\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a winemaker, Márcio Lopes intervenes only as much as absolutely necessary and relies as much as possible on the natural processes of winemaking. For example, he ferments his wines exclusively with natural yeasts and – like many of the producers we work with – firmly believes that, provided the quality of the grapes is right, he can make excellent, harmonious quality wines that reflect the character of their terroir. 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