Marcio Lopes Pequenos Rebentos Alvarinho

Alvarinho is the Portuguese name for Alberino. Made in Vinho verde a cool northern region in Portugal known for producing light, slightly effervescent wine that pairs well with food but also as a drink to enjoy on its own.

Made in a low intervention style, Marcio`s wines have a noticeable fresh and vibrant ripeness. Full of fragrant crisp orchard fruits, jasmine and lemon. With a lovely acidity and texture. The wine is made through spontaneous fermentation using natural yeasts in stainless steel.  This Alvarinho is indicative of Marcio`s skill and highlights the influence of the terroir. Marcio farms five hectares sustainably and buys grapes from selected growers that also practice sustainable viticulture and avoid the use of herbicides.

Originally an engineer, Marico lopes worked for two years with experts known for high quality wines in Vino Verde. After of which, he made wine in Australia, specifically in Rutherglen and Tasmania. This has given him a wealth of knowledge and expertise in dealing with cool climate regions and creating high quality wines.  This Alvarinho is made from grapes sourced from sub regions that have less Atlantic influence, cold winters and hot dry summers and as such create wines that have a distinct character.