2022 Queimas Encruzado White, Dão
2022 Queimas Encruzado White, Dão
Varietals: Encruzado
Viticulture: Our monovarietal Encruzado is made with carefully selected grapes from two of our vineyards. Perfect to accompany light meals and seafood, or simply to accompany special moments.
Vinification: The grapes were harvested manually, following a rigorous selection process. A minimalist approach in the cellar where direct pressing of the grapes was carried out, with cold decantation. It fermented at a controlled temperature of 15ºC for 10 days in stainless steel tanks.
Ageing: 9 months in stainless steel, the rest in the bottle. No barrels.
Tasting Notes: The wine has an aroma of citrus and pit fruits, including lemon, ripe peach, combined with tropical fruit, including mango. The wine has a pure taste and elegant minerality, with notes of citrus and tropical fruits, such as peach and pineapple. Its natural acidity combines with the smooth texture, derived from aging on fine lees. It is a wine with a lot of longevity and complexity.