Reserva White 2020

VINHA MARIA CRISTINA RESERVA WHITE Douro Doc, Portugal.

20% Rabigato, 40% Gouveio, 40% Arinto.

2020

There is a continental climate in the area with hot summers and cold winters. The region is little exposed to the north winds and the winds of the Atlantic Ocean, as it is protected by the Serra Mesao. The subsoil consists mainly of granite and slate. Vinification process

Manual selection of grapes on the sorting table before entering the cellar. Gentle pneumatic pressing, followed by fermentation in stainless steel vats for 3 weeks at 15° C.

Ageing: Finished alcoholic fermentation in French oak barrels : 20% new, 80% used. Aged for 6 months in barrels with weekly battonage.

Alcoholic strength: 13% Vol.

Colour

Defined lemon yellow with greenish tones.

Aroma

Exuberant exotic/tropical fruit, with mango and papaya standing out. Citrus, hint of vanilla and floral tones.

Flavour

Fruity, fresh, pleasant volume on the palate, demonstrating good and delicate structure with a persistent finish.

Best served at 10-12° C.

EPAL, 100 boxes of 6 x 75cl.

BV Amigos Do Douro Wilgen 1, 3150 Haacht https://www.mariacristina.be/

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             Excellent as an appetizer or with light

 charcuterie, seafood, grilled white meats and soft

 soft cheeses.