The quest takes us into yet more uncharted territory. This time it is a sparkling white from Portugal: Luis Pato Maria Gomes Vinho Espumante Bruto. Fernao Pires (aka. Maria Gomes)
"This Portuguese native is that country’s most planted grape, especially in the Ribatejo area. In Bairrada, Fernão Pires is known as Maria Gomes, and is the most familiar white grape variety. The best wines made from the grape exhibit excellent fruit character and strong aromatics, sometimes suggestive of pepper. Fernao Pires can be quite versatile, often used to produce flavorful dry, sweet and sparkling wines. The grape is also widely grown in South Africa."
This wine has a big lovely nose, floral and fruity yet it is surprisingly quite dry and crisp. This one was a real delight for $15 a bottle.
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