Quinta das Arcas was founded on the early eighties by Esteves Monteiro following a deep work of restructuration of the family vineyards initiated a decade before with a strong focus on the land consolidation and the implementation of modern agriculture. After 1985 the company was set up to bottle the wines already produced, putting on the market the first Arca Nova wines. Throughout the years, the company has paid special attention to production, following since the early days a path of quality improvement and minimizing impact in nature. 2012. In 2012 and with 200 hectares of vineyards in the Vinho Verde region, Quinta das Arcas produces its first certified bio wine.

Winemaking

Grapes harvested and vinified rapidly without oxidation. Grapes de-stemmed to obtain the most expressive varietal aromas and less astringent wines. Low temperatures fermentation in stainless steel vats.

Tasting notes

Bright and clear with a light lemony colour. Fruity and fresh bouquet. Clean and pleasant aromas add a rich and interesting bouquet. Green and pleasant aromas add a rich interesting bouquet. Green apples are the most notable. In the mouth, the wine presents itself with a soft minerality, it is very well balanced and medium structure.

Food pairing

Enjoy Arca Nova on a Picnic or at an outdoors cocktail party. Ideal to pair with fish meals, salads and poultry. It is amazing with Asian dishes and seafood.
This wine should be served between 8°C to 10°C. Better if consumed until 2 years after bottling date.