On the way to the sub-region of Monção and Melgaço is Valença and, just before entering this territory of origin of Alvarinho, we come across the Monte do Faro. Two wine territories, the Alvarinho and the Loureiro are divided by a mountain that allows (to the Loureiro) and closes (to the Alvarinho) the Atlantic influence. The vineyard of Soalheiro Germinar is over 30 years old and is located in a small plot that produces Loureiro grapes in small quantities, but with a very particular floral aroma, pronounced acidity, and a concentration of mineral flavors which make it very gastronomical.