Non-vintage Technical Specifications
Alcohol 19.5%
Residual Sugar 107 g/L
pH 3.25
Total Acidity 3.5 g/L
Calories (estimated) 225 kcal / glass
150ml glass225 kcal
750ml bottle1125 kcal
Grape Varieties Malvasia Fina-based blend of traditional Douro white varieties
Classification Port Wine
Region Porto
Soil Schist-sandstone (greywacke), Interspersed with granite in some places
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel vats
Production Details The November 2016 producer sheet describes hand-picked grapes that are destemmed and crushed, followed by careful maceration with continual churning during fermentation in stainless-steel vats at 16–18°C. Fermentation is stopped by adding grape brandy. The non-vintage wine blends different harvests matured separately in stainless steel and wood for a minimum of three years. Vineyards use traditional horizontal terraces as well as vinha ao alto plantings and reach up to 600 m elevation. Carlos Alves is named as winemaker. Recommended serving temperature is 8–10°C.
Tasting Notes Greenish-yellow; rich and fragrant nose with fresh citrus aromas; smooth and velvety palate with balanced acidity and a delicious finish
Food Pairing Desserts, especially tropical-fruit preparations such as mango and papaya carpaccio
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