Quinta Do Ameal

Quinta do Ameal is devoted to the development of the Loureiro grape variety, having launched Quinta do Ameal - Escolha, which is already considered one of the best Portuguese white wines on the market by the international wine press, including Jancis Robinson (Wine of the week ), Steven Spurrier( Decanter-Best Old World White), Hugh Johnson, Guido Francque, Tom Marthinsen, Matthew Jukes, Paula Bosch, Wine&Spirits, Harpers, Washington Post, Financial Times, Revue des Vins, and others. The wine, made using 100% Loureiro grape variety, is fermented and aged in new French oak barrels for 6 months. The floral character of the Loureiro blends perfectly with the wood aromas, adding to the overall complexity.

Quinta do Ameal is already recognised as one of the region's great success stories. Gold Medal and Trophy 2000 and 2001 - C.V.R.V.V. (Vinho Verde Regional Viticulture Committee); Gold Medal 2000 Label Competition - C.V.R.V.V.; Best Buy Award 2000 and 2001 - "Revista de Vinhos"; 2000 and 2001 Best in the Region - "Revista de Vinhos".

The Ameal vineyards are referred to in the annals of the Refóios do Lima convent, which were written some time before 1710. The ancient Quinta do Ameal is situated in one of the oldest parishes in Portugal, established even before the country itself (1143). Quinta do Ameal wine is produced in this sub-region of Lima, where the Loureiro grape variety is at its most aromatic and tasty. The wine is characterised by its freshness and youth, possessing a floral and fruity aroma.

The whole production process is closely controlled and monitored with the different phases taking place under the watchful eye of experts who are responsible for areas including oenology and viticulture. There is a meticulous selection of grapes, with fermentation at controlled temperatures, automatic rinsing, bottling and labeling and a constant use of the best possible methods or production equipment (e.g. pumps for whole grapes and a pneumatic press).