We’ve coated the wines of Quinta da Fonte Souto on quite a few events since its launch in 2017, and the newest classic of this well-regarded wine (75% arinto and 25% verdelho) doesn’t rock the boat.
The vineyard is situated on the Serra de São Mamede inside Portalegre, a sub-region within the Alentejo, the place 5111 acres of land contains each wine grapes and chestnuts at an elevation of 1640 toes to 3400 toes.
This white mix — a “branco” in Portuguese — instantly strikes with a melon-heavy assault that’s complemented by considerably tart, immature lemon and grapefruit peel. A contact of vanilla provides welcome, tempering sweetness, with imprecise aromas of baking spice rising in time. A reprise of lemon on the end comes throughout as barely candied, with a floral honeysuckle high quality including some aromatic nuance. Extra of a summer-friendly wine, nevertheless it’s versatile sufficient for many seasons.
B+ / $26 / symington.com
2023 Quinta de Fonte Souto Branco Alentejo DOC
$26
