Parcela Única Alvarinho Branco 2020

White wine made from grapes of Alvarinho variety from a single plot of our Quinta da Torre. Quinta da Torre is rich in granite soils with a light sandy texture, fluvial terraces and alluvial soil, which makes it an ideal Terroir for the Alvarinho grape variety. A wine that reveals what the purest and most original Alvarinho variety has. The profile of this wine is the apology of elegance and complexity.

Grape Varieties: 100% Alvarinho

Tasting Notes: On the nose it reminds of wild flowers with a slightly citric grapefruit hint. Involved in a delicate minerality, hazelnut and cinnamon aromas as well as a slight vanilla and caramel from oak fermentation. Elegant and complex wine, on the palate the acidity transmits full body and structure. Long finish with a light smoky aftertaste.

Vinification: Handpicked grapes into small boxes and carried to the winery in a short period of time. Very soft pressing of the whole destemmed grapes. Long cold clarification. Fermentation in new 400-litre French oak barrels. Ageing in these barrels for 9 months with bâtonnage on the whole lees. 12 months ageing in bottle.

Pairing suggestion: A very versatile wine, it can be paired with stronger meat dishes or more complex fish, as well as shellfish and crustaceans. In the company of almond crusted cod on a bed of mashed potatoes or lamb chops with rosemary, Parcela Única wine in perfect harmony enhances fantastic flavors. Should be served between 11-13ºC.

Acceptable storage time: 10 years