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Winery: Anselmo Mendes

Country / Region: Portugal / Minho – Vinho Verde

Date Winery was established: 1987

Alcohol / Volume: 12.5% / 750ml

Grape Variety: Alvarinho

First Vintage Released: 2002

Decanting Time: Decant for 30 minutes. Serve at 15°C

Our suggestion for decanting time is based on bottles we tried at Txanton in 2024. We guarantee that Txanton stocks are imported and maintained in proper storage within the correct temperature and humidity suitable for wine.

Good to Know: Anselmo Mendes is a well-recognized wine producer with consistent surprising innovation. An excellent creator that integrates age-old techniques with bold winemaking methods such as fermentation of Alvarinho in oak casks. A well-known established man not only in Portugal but also abroad. He started fermenting and barrel ageing in 1987 and acquired an estate in Melgaco 10 years later. The winery is a result of a long connection to the land and the revolutionary methods and respect for the ecosystem.

Anselmo Mendes 'Muros Antigos' Alvarinho is from Alvarinho grapes that is exclusive to the sub-region of Moncao and Melgaco. It is localized and provides the micro-climate due to the surrounding mountains which contributes greatly to the quality of grapes’s aromatic freshness.

This wine has a pronounced citric notes of lemon and grapefruit. It has a clear, direct and refreshing feel to the mouth. A bit of lemon peel note on the mouth along with the stress and flavorful acidity. It has a long finish and good mouthfeel.

Best served with seafood or shellfish dishes.