Arinto

Arinto is one of the cornerstones of the Portuguese wine world. Originally native to the wind-swept region of Bucelas south of Lisbon, this white grape variety runs like a fresh, salty thread through the entire country. Its outstanding characteristic is the ability to maintain a razor-sharp, vibrant acidity even under the scorching sun. In the glass, it reveals a fine mineral character, cool citrus notes, green apple and a subtle phenolic touch that lends structure and grip to the wines. In the north of Portugal, where it is also known as Pedernã, it expresses this vital freshness in an particularly vibrant way.

How harmoniously this incisive acidity blends with the floral lightness of the Loureiro variety is beautifully demonstrated in Vinho Verde. The Aphros Wine estate harnesses this synergy for their Phaunus Pet Nat Brut. Here, the Arinto provides the ancestral sparkling wine with a stable, refreshing backbone that pairs outstandingly with seafood and salty starters.