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Wijnhuis | Cartuxa |
|---|---|
Druivenrassen | Assario Branco |
Wijnstreek | Evora |
Wijnstijl | Zuid Portugal Wit |
Alcoholgehalte | 13.5% |
Allergenen | Bevat sulfieten |
Wijnbeschrijving | These wines are based on the traditional nature of winemaking in the Évora region. Records show that a Foral (royal decree) was bestowed on the city by King Manuel I in 1501. The Cartuxa winery has combined ancient practices with today’s know how to create this unique wine: evocative of wines made in Évora for time immemorial. It was first produced in 2000. Verification: Produced from Assario and in the Eugénio de Almeida Foundation vineyards. When the grapes reach the right point of maturation they are carefully picked and brought to the winery, where they are fermented on stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature, then the wine matures on the lees for a eight months period, with battonage, prior to release. |
Southern Portugal is far better known for its reds than its whites, but that doesn't mean that there aren't great bottles to be found. The dryer, hotter climate makes yielding precious acidic wine more challenging than it would be in the north.
The fabulous coastal region of Alentejo produces some excellent wine from the Antão Vaz grape, which is known for being acidic, zesty and tropical fruit-h...
