Altano Branco 2024

Altano Branco is a vibrant expression of the Douro Valley’s white wine potential, crafted from a blend of indigenous Portuguese grape varieties grown in cooler, higher-altitude vineyards. Aromas of lemon zest, white peach and orange blossom lead into a fresh, fruit-driven palate with hints of tropical fruit and subtle minerality. Bright acidity provides energy and balance, while stainless steel fermentation preserves the wine’s purity and aromatic intensity. The result is a versatile, easy-drinking white that captures the freshness and character of the Douro in every glass.

The 207-hectare Quinta da Fonte Souto was acquired by the Symington family in 2017 and is their first vineyard outside the Douro. Lying on the slopes of the São Mamede Range at an altitude of 500 metres in the Alentejo sub-region of Portalegre, the property benefits from cooler and wetter conditions than the hot Alentejo plain. The Fonte Souto wines express the freshness and elegance provided by the altitude, as well as the structure and complexity from the estate’s extensive collection of mature, low-yielding vines.