Quinta Da Romeira Prova Regia Arinto

Quinta da Romeira has been producing wines since 1703. One of the most prestigious estates in the Bucelas appellation. The wines rose to popularity in early 19th century Britain when the Duke of Wellington developed a taste for the estates wines during the Peninsula Wars and took them back to London as an offering to George IV. Gaining a following, with celebrity fans including Charles Dickens and Lord Byron.

The vineyards, planted on clay-limestone soils, are located 15 miles north-east of Lisbon. Protecting them from the rainy winds are the hills to the west, and benefit from the moderating influence of the wide estuary of the Tagus river to the east. This provides the perfect natural growing environment for the Arinto grape. It is in fact the largest Arinto vineyard in the world.

Arinto grapes are cooled, destemmed and gently pressed in the winery before stainless steel fermentation at 14-16 degrees Celsius. This helps preserve the freshness and delicate aromatics of this grape variety. Ageing the wine on its lees for four months before bottling.

• Expressive aromas of ripe lemon and green apple with subtle jasmine florals
• Well balanced on the palate with a broad texture from the lees ageing, balanced by crisp acidity and marked minerality
• Quinta Da Romeira Prova Regia Arinto pairs with lighter seafood dishes, summer salads, feta or goat’s cheese