About the Wine: Alvarinho is a white grape cultivated mostly in Portugal. Wines made from it have a lot of citrus flavor and are vaguely comparable to dry Riesling.
About THIS Wine: This Alvarinho is clear in the glass with no distinct rim. The nose is heavy with ripe, tangy citrus. The smell reminded me a bit of California Sauvignon Blanc. The palate is very tangy and acidic. Those qualities linger in the finish.
Drinking This Wine: The palate is very sharp, making it difficult as a sipping wine. Seasoned white fish or salmon might work as a pairing.
Overall Impression: One of my coworkers tasted this wine and immediately said, "We're not charging people too much for this, are we?" The wine only seems to suit a very particular palate. Sauvignon Blanc drinkers find it dull, Riesling drinkers find it offensive. I suppose if your palate favors very acidic, very citrusy wine then this is reasonable for the price. Otherwise, don't bother.
