Quintas De Melgaço Qm Castrus Sauvignon Branco

Description

The rarity of the Alvarinho grape, its low production and distinction make these vines the most valuable in Portugal. The quality of the grapes comes from natural soil and micro‑climate conditions, but also from the careful cultural practices of those who tend the vines delicately and select the best ripening stage for harvest—a crucial phase for defining the wine’s performance. In vinification, Quintas de Melgaço follows traditional enological methods considered most suitable for the sub‑region, helping to extract all the quality of the grapes that arrive at the cellar. It is in this stage that the estate carefully imparts its own identity to the wines it produces. Prior to bottling, specialist technicians ensure the wine has the correct chemical composition, is properly clear, and shows the expected quality on test. For certification, the wine is sent to the laboratory of the Comissão Vitivinícola da Região dos Vinhos Verdes, which, after approval, issues guarantee seals. Great care is taken with the bottle and cork so that the wine evolves well in the bottle and behaves nicely in the glass. (image merely illustrative)