At a glance

Producer

Pico Alto

Region

Lisboa, Portugal

Grape variety

Sauvignon Blanc

Wine type

White

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$7-12 USD

Tasting profile

Vivid aromas of lime, gooseberry, and fresh-cut grass, with hints of passionfruit and green herbs. Very lively acidity and clean citrus on the palate.

Evolution: May gain subtle roundness and softer fruit after 1-2 years but will gradually lose its primary aromatics and freshness after 2023.

At peak: At its peak in 2022-2023 with crisp flavors and zest, fading to softer lemon notes by 2024.

Structure

Acidity

High

Tannins

None

Alcohol

12.5% ABV (typical)

Aging potential

Short; best within 2-4 years for maximum freshness

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2038

Optimal window

2026 to 2041

Current status

Ready to drink

Current condition

Fully mature, showing primary freshness and aromatic expression typical of young Sauvignon Blanc.

This wine is designed for youthful drinkability, showing its best qualities within 2-3 years of harvest, typical for fresh, unoaked Sauvignon Blancs.

Food pairing

Best with goat cheese, shellfish, oysters, sushi, light salads, or asparagus dishes.

Serving

Serving temperature

8-10°C / 46-50°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 4/10

Producer does not widely share details on environmental practices. As a value-oriented large regional bottling, likely follows standard Portuguese viticulture with limited chemical inputs compared to global norms, but no specific organic or sustainable certification is identified.

Pico Alto is not certified organic, biodynamic, or as a member of a sustainability program. Standard regional farming practices in Portugal often imply lower intervention, but without formal documentation or third-party review. Value-focused production tends toward efficiency in bottling and packaging, with possible use of recyclable materials, but overall sustainability remains average. For greater environmental assurance, consider estate producers with transparent, third-party verified eco-certifications.