Alvarinho - Wine Stars

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Varietal: Alvarinho

Vintage: 2018

Country of Origin: Portugal

Appellation: Vinho Verde

Retail Price: $19

Tasting Notes: From one of the leaders for making super-high-quality wines, in the Vinho Verde region, this is a gorgeous example of what the iconic alvarinho grape variety can provide. Brilliant gold, with green hints, plenty of stone and tropical fruit on the nose and palate. An exceptional match for shellfish, seafood in general, and chicken.

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FIVE STARS
*****
92-100
A Top-flight wine. Superior in taste and character and providing an outstanding price/value relationship.

FOUR STARS
****
86-91
A very good wine and an excellent value. A wine for which customers will keep coming back.

THREE STARS
***
80-85
An above-average wine, at a reasonable price point, which many customers enjoy.

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varietal: Alvarinho

Anselmo Mendes Contacto Alvarinho 2018