Soalheiro Primeiras Vinhas Alvarinho 2023

Tomas Rivera — Expected more for the price

6/10

Bought this for a dinner party and it was fine but didn't blow anyone away. It's clean and fresh with decent depth, but at this price point I wanted something a bit more memorable. My mate preferred the £12 bottle we opened first, which tells you something.

Natalie Ford — Best Alvarinho I've had

9/10

Saw this on a restaurant menu and ordered a glass out of curiosity. Ended up tracking down a bottle to buy. The aromatics are incredible — really expressive and confident. Everything about it feels balanced and considered. Yes it's nearly thirty quid but honestly it's worth it.

Kenji Watanabe — Solid wine, bit steep though

7/10

Nice enough wine but nearly £29 feels a bit much. It's well balanced and the flavours build nicely as you drink it, but I've had similar quality for less. That said, the finish lingers in a really pleasant way so maybe I'm being harsh.