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Dão Álvaro Castro

2012 Dao Malvasia

The Alvaro Castro Dão Álvaro Castro is an exquisite white wine crafted from the Malvasia grape, hailing from the renowned Dão region of Portugal. This vintage from 2012 showcases a beautifully balanced profile, featuring a light-bodied structure that is perfect for a variety of occasions. The acidity is high, providing a bright and refreshing quality that perfectly complements the wine's fruit-forward nature. You will delight in the prominent notes of stone fruits and citrus, which lend themselves to a vibrant and mouthwatering palate. The wine is bone dry, allowing its clean flavors to shine through without any lingering sweetness. The overall experience is enhanced by a subtle minerality, characteristic of the Dão terroir, making this a truly remarkable and food-friendly selection.

Tasting notes:


Peach

Peach

Honey

Honey

White Flowers

White Flowers

Pairs well with:


Seafood, Poached Fish, Lemon Butter Scallops

Region:


Portugal
Portugal

Best known for its port dessert wine, Portugal is also home to some seriously worthwhile—though frequently overlooked—red and white table wines. This small country on the Iberian Peninsula has a wide range of climates, allowing it to produce everything from light and crisp whites in the Atlantic-cooled northwest to ripe and juicy reds in the hot and hilly Douro Valley. What often sets apart Portuguese wines is that they are often made from local grapes rather than more familiar international varieties. Difficult to pronounce (but a joy to drink!), common varietals include Touriga Nacional, Tinta Cão, and Loureiro.

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