The wines were vinified our Winery at Quinta das Marvalhas in Almendra, in the heart of the Douro Superior. Our winery is equipped with the latest technology and enables complete control of temperature, essential for our region of extreme climates. After grapes arrive at the winery, we eliminate clusters which are not in perfect condition and follow with total destemming, smooth crushing and skin maceration for about 12 hours. After this period in inert atmosphere, pressing takes place in a pneumatic press. The wines are clarified for 24 to 48 hours, depending on the variety and state of ripeness of the grapes. Vinification in hyper-reduction at low temperature. TASTING NOTES The 2018 harvest produced a very fresh and complex wine with citrus fruit and grape-fruit in harmony with slight floral nuances and strong mineral notes characteristic of the “terroirs”. Barrel aging gives the wine great complexity and toasty, vanilla notes. The freshness and mouthfill are surprising, and the wine has a very long, fresh, mineral finish. This wine is an ideal accompaniment for all kinds of fish, shellfish, white meat and vegetables. Serve slightly chilled between 11,5 and 12,5ºC.
