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Portas Da Luz Arinto Blend 2024
Primary flavours

Grapefruit

Lemon

Melon

Yellow Apple

Dried Herbs

Honeysuckle

Jasmine
Details
Hailing from the Algarve - this Portuguese Arinto blend is a refreshing and delicious picnic white! Think citrus zing - like grapefruit and lemon, with a delicate floral elegance - we're talking jasmine and honeysuckle. Melon and yellow apple bring further complexity to create this absolute quaffer!
Nestled in the sun-drenched rolling vineyards of Portugal, Casa Santos Lima has been a beacon of winemaking tradition for decades. This family-owned winery, dating back several generations, has perfected the craft of producing tantalising wines that embody the land's rich terroir. With an uncanny knack for seamlessly blending traditional and innovative techniques, they've succeeded in translating the lush Portuguese landscapes into every bottle. The Portas da Luz label represents some of their best value wines. The state-of-the-art winery can be found in the official Lisa wine region, about 45 minutes north of the capital and boasts a diverse portfolio of wines, each with a unique personality that reflects the family's passion and dedication to the art of winemaking. A tour of Casa Santos Lima is like stepping back in time, offering a glimpse into the history of Portuguese viticulture, while simultaneously offering a taste of its promising future.
Nestled in the sun-drenched rolling vineyards of Portugal, Casa Santos Lima has been a beacon of winemaking tradition for decades. This family-owned winery, dating back several generations, has perfected the craft of producing tantalising wines that embody the land's rich terroir. With an uncanny knack for seamlessly blending traditional and innovative techniques, they've succeeded in translating the lush Portuguese landscapes into every bottle. The Portas da Luz label represents some of their best value wines. The state-of-the-art winery can be found in the official Lisa wine region, about 45 minutes north of the capital and boasts a diverse portfolio of wines, each with a unique personality that reflects the family's passion and dedication to the art of winemaking. A tour of Casa Santos Lima is like stepping back in time, offering a glimpse into the history of Portuguese viticulture, while simultaneously offering a taste of its promising future.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
nonesomelots
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
lowmediumhigh
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards light bodied, low sweetness, with high acidity, some fruitiness, low tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Algarve
country
Portugal
Grape type
Arinto Blend
Wine Maker
Portas Da Luz
Alcohol
12.5%
Vintage
2024
Cellar period
1-3 years
Closure
Cork (Natural)
Production method
Vegan
Temperature
Chilled 8°C-10°C
Pairing guide
This Arinto blend is pure electric - zesty citrus vibes with that fresh, lively punch that Portuguese whites do best. Picture slurping fresh oysters, digging into tangy goat cheese salads, or crunching on perfectly crispy salt-and-pepper calamari. Its sharp acidity and clean, crisp finish make it the ultimate palate refresher, especially when paired with salty or tangy nibbles. Whether you’re feasting solo or with friends, this wine’s the effortless, flavour-packed MVP for any stylish spread.
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Food

Vegetables

Oysters

Salads

Goat's Cheese

Calamari

Seafood
Tastes

Crisp

Light

Creamy
Moods

Mood for something different
Seasons

Summer

Spring
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