A Portuguese wine we keep dreaming about. A wild fantasy that comes to life the moment the cap pops off Quinta do Carmo White. This Portuguese winery is a hugely popular one. Quality is paramount here, and that's immediately apparent the moment you take a sip of this white wine. Quinta do Carmo is located in one of the most impressive wine regions in all of Europe and works exclusively with indigenous grape varieties. These wines demonstrate that Portuguese wines are on par with those from France, Spain, or Italy.
The wine region of Quinta Do Carmo
The vineyards of this spectacular winery are located in Alentejo. This vast area, roughly the size of the Netherlands, is a significant area. Besides viticulture, it boasts a significant olive grove. Furthermore, this region is one of the main producers of cork oak, the source of cork. Viticulture is a third important factor in this region. Since the mid-1980s, viticulture in this area has grown enormously. Thanks in part to the Quinta do Carmo winery, the popularity of these wines is growing throughout Europe. The winery itself has a staggering 1,000 hectares of its own vineyards, a vast area. By growing only indigenous grape varieties in its vineyards, Quinta do Carmo is incredibly important to Portuguese winemaking.
Impressions of Quinta Do Carmo White
No fewer than three white grape varieties contribute to this stunning Portuguese wine. Each one is an indigenous grape, unfamiliar to even the most seasoned wine drinker. The Roepeiro, Antao Vaz, and Arinto grapes complement each other perfectly in this white wine. Roepeiro adds citrus and freshness. The Antao Vaz provides the necessary body, ensuring Quinta Do Carmo White never becomes too flat. Finally, the Arinto grape provides a pleasant acidity, a characteristic of Portuguese wines. The palate of Quinta Do Carmo White is dominated by citrus notes, along with hints of pineapple and mango.
2021
