Quinta da Romaneira Gouveio 2022

A good mineral backbone with some comforting roundness in the mouth

Godello (Verdelho, Gouveio)

$51.00

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Tree Fruit, Citrus Fruit, Floral, and Mineral, Sweet Spice

BODY: Medium -
DRYNESS: Very Dry
ACIDITY: Medium +
TANNIN: Light
ALCOHOL (%): Pronounced (12-14%)

Origin: Douro Valley, Portugal

Grape Varietals:

Godello (Verdelho, Gouveio)

Winemaking:
Conventional Winemaking
Autolyse (On Lees Ageing)

Maturation: 0-6 Months Stainless Steel Tanks

Awards:

WESTERN FOOD PAIRING
white fish, soft cheese or a selection of olives

ASIAN FOOD PAIRING
Hokkien Mee, Oyster Omelette, Sichuan Fish

Quinta da Romaneira

Quinta da Romaneira is a vast property, with nearly four kilometres of river frontage on the majestic Douro river. Within our 412 hectares, 86 hectares are planted vineyard, in various sites within the property

Description

Quinta da Romaneira Gouveio 2022

Grape Varietals & Region: 100% Gouveio from Douro, Portugal

Taste Profile: This wine presents a translucent-like appearance with a charming pale golden hue. Its vibrant scent is fruity, citrous, pristine, invigorating, and mineral-infused. When tasted, it impresses as a generous wine displaying harmony, vitality, and a lingering finish. Ideal for pairing with grilled fish, white meats, or enjoying on its own.

Winemaking Process: The entire lot is fermented in stainless steel tanks, with
no contact with skins, during 21 days. Batonnâge is done for three months,
once a week, after fermentation.

Bright & Mineral Whites

From the limestone character of Sancerre to the green, herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc of Marlborough, this style group often shows off cut grass and wet stone. Often associated with coastal regions or limestone based terroir, these wines are characterised with crisp acidity, mineraiity, citrus tones, with a hint of grassiness