Highlighted in national wine competitions from the north to the south of the country, these sparkling wines shine both at the time of the toast and during the 2024 farewell dinner. Elegant, expressive, persistent, with fine bubbles and coming from different varieties and regions, a sparkling wine from Quality is an essential element at the table on New Year’s Eve. Below are five recognized national references to celebrate the entry into 2025, according to the .
Start with Alvarinho
An interesting option to start dinner is the Sparkling Messala Bruto Alvarinho (R$ 22). This sparkling wine, produced by the family company Grande Porto Vinhos e Bebidas (Rua Martins de Castro, 160, Gondomar. Tel. 224663220), founded in 2005, was awarded the Grand Gold medal in the Wine Competition of the Wine Region Viticulture Commission Verdes from 2024. Made exclusively from the Alvarinho grape variety, from the Monção and Melgaço sub-region, this sparkling wine is characterized by a fine and persistent bubble, with notes of acidity, complexity and a long finish. It is ideal as an aperitif or to accompany seafood, a typical dish at the end of the year celebrations.
“The Best of the Year” is fresh and expressive
Quinta da Lagoa Velha Bruto Cuvée white sparkling wine 2015 (€29.50) was elected “Best of the Year” in the sparkling wine category during the 11th edition of the Portuguese Wine Competition, organized by ViniPortugal. Produced at Quinta da Lagoa Velha (Rua da Vila, 52, Vilarinho do Bairro. Tel. 231959287), this sparkling wine combines the Baga and Chardonnay grape varieties, offering freshness, elegance and expressiveness. It is an excellent choice to accompany baked fish.
Arinto da Bairrada at the table
For baked red meat dishes, the Marquês de Marialva Cuvée Primitivo Brut Nature 2015 (€65) is a highly prestigious suggestion. This DOC Bairrada sparkling wine, from Adega de Cantanhede (Rua Eng.º Amaro da Costa, 117, Cantanhede. Tel. 231419540), received the Grand Gold medal in the Crédito Agrícola 2024 Wine Competition. Made from the Arinto grape variety, it stands out. for mineral notes, freshness, complexity and persistence. It goes well with desserts, due to its mouthfeel and balanced acidity.
Toast with Vinha dos Amores
Casa de Santar Vinha dos Amores Blanc de Blancs 2016, winner of the Platinum award in the “The Best Wines of Dão” 2024 competition, presents itself as a reference of quality. Despite being sold out, the house recommends the Sparkling Vinha dos Amores Blanc de Noirs Bruto Touriga Nacional 2017 (€31.50). Produced by Casa de Santar (Largo do Paço, 28, Santar. Tel. 232945452), this DOC Dão sparkling wine is made from the Touriga Nacional grape variety, with fine, persistent bubbles and striking acidity, making it a versatile choice for the evening of passage. of Year.
Primavera Velha to 12 chimes
To close the celebration, Primavera Velha Reserva 80 Years (€36.90), from Caves Primavera (Rua das Caves, 15, Aguada de Baixo. Tel. 234660660), was distinguished as “The Best Sparkling Wine” in the Wine and Sparkling wines from Bairrada. Made with the red Baga variety and the white Arinto and Bical varieties, it presents freshness, fine bubbles and a long finish. It was produced in honor of the founders of Caves Primavera and is ideal to accompany the music with traditional raisins.
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