this single estate example is rich and opulent in style
and is textural with attractive minerality
but it still carries plenty of shape and authority
with touches of leather
This elegant and complex palate has notes of grapefruit and stone fruits complemented by creamy buttery flavours and a salty finish
Soalheiro, 'Granit' Alvarinho, 2025, Vinho Verde DOC Rioja Alavesa this single estate example is'One Liner' A precise, mineral Portuguese Alvarinho with citrus freshness, subtle fruit and a mouth watering saline edge. Tasting Note Bright lemon yellow in the glass. The nose is elegant and restrained, with citrus, green apple, delicate stone fruit and clear mineral notes. On the palate it is dry, crisp and persistent, showing vibrant acidity, stony freshness and a subtle saline character. This is a more linear, mountain influenced expression of