Soalheiro Nature “Pur Terroir”

Soalheiro Nature is the first Alvarinho produced without added sulfites. The grapes, obtained in organic production, genuinely reflect the "Pur Terroir" of Monção and Melgaço - the northernmost point of Portugal and also the place of origin of Alvarinho, this wine being a challenge to the limits of winemaking of the variety. Maintaining the aromatic profile of Alvarinho without adding sulfites has been one of the most challenging innovations. After three years of experimentation, this was refined and is, also for this reason, the choice to be the base wine of Soalheiro Espumante Bruto Nature. Nature can be served as two ways. One is to decant the wine and separate it from the fine lees and then serve the wine in a glass; the other is to gently shake the bottle, homogenizing the fine lees into the wine and then serving it in a glass.

A very unique microclimate influences the growth of Alvarinho grapes. The Monção and Melgaço region is protected by a series of mountains that promote ideal conditions of precipitation, temperature and number of hours of sunshine for the best ripening of Alvarinho. The soils are granite and the vineyards are certified in organic production, which facilitates the production of wine without the need for the addition of sulfites. The agricultural practices used stimulate biodiversity and protect the wine ecosystem, promoting environmental sustainability.

Alvarinho grapes are harvested by hand in the Soalheiro vineyards. The wine is fermented in stainless steel without adding sulfites. It is then subjected to fermentation complete malolactic acid that will contribute to the stability of the wine. Soalheiro Nature is bottled without filtration, which means the wine in the bottle is subject to a deposit. This deposit is essential to protect the wine from oxidation and to promote its stable evolution in the bottle.

Soalheiro Nature has an intense golden yellow color. The aromas reveal minerality and fruit, even though no sulfites have been added. The flavor is complex, arousing curiosity and enthusiasm. Soalheiro Nature reveals mouth-watering acidity, a smooth and voluminous texture, which results from complete malolactic fermentation. The aftertaste is intense and persistent. When, moments before serving, the lees are gently homogenized into the wine, it becomes even more voluminous in the mouth.

Soalheiro Nature is a wine that gives you greater pleasure when combined with food. Its round body and unique flavor make it the perfect wine to pair with hot dishes. We recommend dishes with fatty fish, lamb, duck, roast chicken and also dishes that include cream or mushroom sauce, such as a delicious risotto. Pairs perfectly with aged cheese.

Winery: Soalheiro
Region:  Monção e Melgaço, Vinho Verde DOC
Variety: Alvarinho
Year: 2022
Bottle: 750 ml 
Case: 1 bottle
Alc. Content: 12,00%
Standard Drinks: 7,11