Color: Clear and citrus-toned, with golden reflections.
AVELEDA CASTAS RANGE
Aveleda
Alvarinho
DOC Vinho Verde
Soil:
Granite and Schist
Grapes:
Alvarinho
A distinctive single-varietal wine sourced from different terroirs across the region, where granite and schist soils bring both breadth and pronounced minerality.
Night harvesting preserves the grapes’ freshness, while gentle pressing and stainless steel fermentation maintain aromatic precision and citrus expression.
Aging on fine lees adds texture and depth, revealing the purity and intensity of the variety at its fullest expression.
Discover the wine in all its richness: aromas, textures, and pairings that reveal its essence and personality.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Fresh notes of grapefruit and lemon, layered with delicate hints of white flowers and orange leaf, giving it subtle elegance.
Palate: Fresh and vibrant, with balanced acidity, minerality, and a persistent white fruit finish.
Pairings
Perfect for sharing at the table with fresh salads, light ceviches, fish and white meats, or a delicate herb and lemon risotto.
Serving Suggestions
• Serve between 50°F and 54°F (10°C–12°C)
• Store horizontally in a cool, dark place
• Best enjoyed within 5 years of bottling
The Castas range is a true tribute to the Vinho Verde Region’s most emblematic grape varieties. In every wine, Loureiro and Alvarinho reveal themselves in their purest expression.
AWARDS
91 points
Decanter
2023
90 points
James Suckling
2024
