Hugo Mendes Lisboa Branco - 2023 (750ml) Mixed Wines and this continues under Bevan

and this continues under Bevan

I felt that 35% new oak tended to overwhelm the fruit and terroir and occasionally impart drying finishes

best drunk young or even primeur

all of which carry through to the palate along with the flavors of cloves

cedar and tobacco scents and slightly faded fruit

Hugo Mendes Lisboa Branco - 2023 (750ml) Mixed Wines and this continues under BevanThis wine is made from a field blend of grapes grown on the Tagus river north of Lisbon, a bit cooler than other vineyards in the area. Grapes include Ferno Pires, Arinto and Vital, among others. The sum of these grapes is a brightly lemon scented wine with loads of saline, mineral character. It just cries out for a plate of fried sardines with fresh lemon, though any seafood will make this wine sing. Bring on your bright sharp salad dressings,