Reserva Encruzado white wine from Dão region. See specifications
Region:
Dão
Classification:
Reserva
Type:
White
Capacity:
750 ml
Alcohol Content:
13%
Grape type:
100% Encruzado
Carlos Eduardo
Surrounded by several mountain ranges, including the Serra da Estrela, thehighest in the country, the Dão has mostly granite soils, with some areas ofshale. The temperate climate, of the Mediterranean-continental type, protected from maritime influence by mountain ranges, is marked by altitude (75% of thearea is between 400 and 700 meters), which immediately induces an excellentacid freshness in its wines. The two main rivers in the region are Dão andMondego which, together with the relief of their valleys, originate a great diversity of microclimates. The identity varieties of Dão are Encruzado white and Touriga Nacional ink. In addition to these, the white varieties Malvasia Fina, Bicaland Cerceal-Branco and the reds Jaen, Afrocheiro, Tinta Roriz or Tinto Cão are also used. The white wines of this region are characterized by the balance ofacidity and unusual longevity. and reds for softness, purity of fruit and elegance.
Fermented in stainless steel vats andaged in French oak barrels.
Green apple and citrus aromas, typical of this variety, with toasted and spicy scents. Full bodied, creamy, with vibrant and crispy acidity that grants persistence and longevity.
Total acidity:
5 g/l
Harvest year:
2019
Climate:
Mediterranean
Ingredients:
With sulfites
Country/Region:
Portugal/Dão
PH:
3,3
Ideal temperature:
8º-10ºC
Alcohol content:
13%
Type:
White
Harverst:
September and October
Winemaker:
Carlos Eduardo