Quinta da Mariposa Encruzado, Dão, Portugal, 2019

Winemaking

The grapes were harvested manually into 20 kg boxes, with a pre-selection in the vineyard. The grapes were selected a second time on a sorting table, cooled and immediately pressed. The resulting must was transferred to new and used French oak barrels, where it completed the fermentation and remained for about 6 months, with battonage, to gently stirr the fine lees.

Oak Ageing

Time: 6 Months
Type: French Oak 500 litre
% wine oaked: 100
% new oak: 33

Tasting Note

Citrus yellow colour, floral aroma's with slight toasted notes and hint of granite minerality. On the palate it is unctuous with citrus notes and a lively acidity. The finish is long and vibrant.

Food Matching

Baked fish, lobster and light curry dishes.