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Quinta da Franqueira BRANCO Vinho Verde DOC Portugal
Description: The Franciscan monks were drawn to the site of this vineyard by the ancient spring of the 'Fonte da Vida' famous for it's healing powers since 1493. Through the ages there has been great change and the Quinta do Convento da Franqueira was built in the 1560's using stones taken from the nearby ruined castle of Faria, stronghold in the 14th century of Nuno Goncalves, a portuguese hero. More recently in 1965 it was bought by an englishman, Brian Gallie who set about with enthusiasm to restore the, by then, dilapidated building. A talented draughtsman, he left such detailed drawings that today his son Piers is continuing the work that has turned Franqueira into a haven of timeless peace and subtle beauty. Today, the six hectare vineyard and modern winery produces the refreshing vinho verde 'Quinta da Franqueira' and Piers Gallie is always pleased to show guests round and explain how the wine is made. He uses the Trajadura and Loureiro grapes to produce a light, soft floral wine showing fresh green apple. (12 x 75 cl)
Price: £78.92
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Quinta Da Vegia PORTA FRONHA Tinto Dao
Description: Owner Joao Pedro Araujo of Casa de Cello has teamed up with Pedro Anselmo, star winemaker of Quinta do Ameal and others, to make Quinta da Vegia. Located in the Dao region near Penalva de Castelo, Quinta da Vegia has 20 ha of vineyard planted to Touriga Nacional, Aragones and Trincadeira Preta. Porta Fronha is their unoaked cuvee, bursting with crunchy red berry fruit, plus food-friendly earthy and spicy notes. (6 x 75 cl)
Price: £61.98
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Aveleda QUINTA da AVELEDA Vinho Verde Blanco DOC
Description: Approximately 150ha of estate vineyard are planted according to the most modern training and trellising techniques. The Quinta da Aveleda vineyards produce Loureiro and Trajadura varieties and other traditional grapes. This wine is complex, dry, fresh and mineral. The elegant presentation matches the delicate and smooth character of this dry, light wine, which is delicious served with fish, Italian cuisine or light meat dishes. (12 x 75 cl)
Price: £73.11
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