Espinhosos 2011

White Wine | Regional Minho | 13.5% VOL

A remarkable year for this white wine from the Vinho Verde Region. Tropical fruit aromas accompany excellent minerality and complexity, a reflection of the blend of Chardonnay and the Avesso. The palate is fresh and fruity with a long finish. Aimed at the table.

The sunny weather and sun exposure contributed to a harvest in mid-September. The varieties were harvested by hand at Quinta dos Espinhosos and fermented in stainless steel vats.

Sustainable agricultural practices and a philosophy of minimal intervention in the cellar continue our tradition of making natural wines of terroir in the Vinho Verde region.

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Grape Varieties

Avesso

A high quality white grape variety that leads to full bodied aromatic and flavorful Portuguese white wines. This varietal can result in wines with citrus and tree fruit aromas along with subtle hints of tropical fruit. Avesso has medium-sized bunches with large yellow and green berries. High-yielding and rustic, this grape is planted primarily in Baião, in the vinho verde region of Portugal.

Chardonnay

One of the world’s most recognized and cherished grape variety from which highly aromatic and complex white wines are made from. A green-skinned grape variety with great acidity that can result in portuguese white wines with nice fruit flavors, buttery mouthfeel and notes of minerality. The Chardonnay grape is small with medium-sized bunches. An outstanding varietal with great potencial in Baião, a location in the vinho verde region.