Nortico is a tribute to the artisan grape growers of northern Portugal. Their wines showcase the Alvarinho grape, capturing the taste of coastal Portugal in every sip. It's a "farm-to-table" wine, sourced from old vines located in the villages of Monção and Melgaço on the border with Spain's Galicia province, known as the best Alvarinho-growing area in Portugal.

Monção and Melgaço are situated in the northernmost part of Portugal. Their granite and schist soils give rise to the crispest, most floral style of Alvarinho, with notes of citrus and ripe tropical fruits. These subregions benefit from a distinct microclimate, enclosed in a semi-circle of hills that protect it from the Atlantic winds, providing cold, rainy winters and hot, dry summers — ideal for producing wines of great quality. This unique setting ensures an ideal harmony of rainfall, temperature, and sunlight hours crucial for optimal Alvarinho grape maturation. During the ripening stage, the alternating hot days and cool nights foster the development of vibrant, fruity aromas, maintaining a refreshing acidity that is well-balanced.

Nortico is made using the finest Alvarinho grapes, picked from small parcels. Once pressed, the must ferments at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks, which awaken their fruity and floral aromas and retain the acidity. Nortico is not aged in oak barrels, so that it reaches you in a lively and vibrant condition. Unlike other wines from the larger Vinho Verde area, Nortico has no added CO2, making for a richer, fuller, well-balanced wine. Alvarinho is the grape to watch for age-worthy, world-class wines, and Nortico is the perfect introduction.