This wine originates in a selected portion of the Quinta do Ameal. It demonstrates the potential of the Loureiro grape variety for producing wines with character, complexity and capacity for evolution. We produce approximately 5,200 bottles.
Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
2017 – 91 pts
2016 – 92 pts
2015 – 93 pts
2014 – 92 pts
Autumn and Winter were very rainy. Spring had a rainy start followed by a drier period that contributed to the good development of the berries. Despite the initial pressure, it was a year without major phytosanitary problems, in which the grapes arrived at the winery in good condition and well-ripened. We began the harvest on 18 September.
PRODUCTION METHOD
Integrated Production (SATIVA certified).
SOIL GEOLOGY
Granitic origin.
Manual harvest, pneumatic pressing of whole grapes. Cold decanting of the must for 48 hours.
75% of the batch fermented in stainless steel and the rest in a concrete egg.
José Luís Moreira da Silva
Clear citrine.
Unique and complex aroma, dominated by the citrus fruits characteristic of the Loureiro grape variety.
Dominated by a vibrant acidity with a long, lingering finish. A great capacity for evolution is expected.