{"product_id":"soalheiro-espumante-nv","title":"Soalheiro Espumante NV","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGet to know: Soalheiro Espumante Bruto Alvarinho NV\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh, fine fizz from Portugal’s Alvarinho pioneers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"593\"\u003eCrisp, classy and joyfully drinkable, \u003cem data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"206\"\u003eSoalheiro Espumante Bruto Alvarinho NV\u003c\/em\u003e is a traditional-method sparkling wine that brings all the vibrant freshness of Vinho Verde to a bottle of bubbles. You’ll get aromas of green apple, lemon zest, and white flowers, with a hint of biscuit from time spent on the lees. On the palate, it’s dry and elegant, with tiny, persistent bubbles and flavours of citrus, orchard fruit, and a mineral lift that keeps everything zingy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"768\"\u003eThis is a sparkling Portuguese white wine made entirely from Alvarinho (Albarino) – a grape that brings both brightness and structure – making it perfect for aperitifs or food pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"794\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eTop food pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"846\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"846\"\u003eLightly battered fish and chips with lemon mayo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"883\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"883\"\u003eVegan sushi rolls or tempura veg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eSoft cheeses like Brie, Camembert or a creamy Delice de Bourgogne\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eKate Says\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Who better than the original pioneers to showcase the zippy charm of Alvarinho in sparkling form. This has more character than your average bubbly. Zesty and dry, with a nice bready note from the traditional method. I love pouring it for friends who say they’re ‘not really into sparkling’ – they always end up loving it. A great alternative to Champagne or Cava, and fab with food too.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eSoalheiro isn’t just a benchmark for still \u003cem data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003ePortuguese white wine\u003c\/em\u003e – they also turn their hand to fizz with just as much care. Based in Monção e Melgaço, at the heart of the Vinho Verde region, the Cerdeira family were the first to plant Alvarinho as a standalone vineyard back in 1974. Today, they’re still leading the way, combining tradition with gentle innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eSoalheiro Espumante Bruto\u003c\/em\u003e is a non-vintage sparkling wine made entirely from Alvarinho grapes. The fruit is picked a little earlier than for their still wines, to keep the natural acidity high and the style refreshingly dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003eHow it’s made:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003eCrafted using the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003etraditional method\u003c\/strong\u003e (just like Champagne), where the bubbles come from a second fermentation in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003eAged for around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e18 months on its lees\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving that lovely biscuity complexity and finer bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2254\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003eThe base wine is kept vibrant and pure, thanks to stainless steel fermentation and no oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2476\"\u003eThis approach makes the wine bright, balanced and full of energy, with enough structure to enjoy as more than just a party popper.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soalheiro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46170105217071,"sku":"mgz1789236735098","price":22.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3143\/5567\/files\/soalheiro-espumante-nv_1.jpg?v=1789236761","url":"https:\/\/www.elvarona.com\/products\/soalheiro-espumante-nv","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}