Espinhosos 2015

White Wine | Regional Minho | 13.0% VOL

Espinhosos 2015 blends the grape varieties Avesso and Chardonnay produced at the estate. Both varietals are grown using sustainable farming practices with the vineyards in a conversion process to biological production.

The 2014 winter and the first quarter of 2015 had rainfall capable of replenishing the water table soil. The second and third quarters had little precipitation. The temperatures were higher than the annual average for the region. Budburst appeared as usual followed by flowering. Moisture levels did not favour the development of diseases. Summer followed the trend of no rain, but maximum temperatures were below the average. The dry and luminous weather of the second quarter, with acceptable levels of moisture in the soil put ahead the maturation of the vari etals for about 3 weeks.

Between the 13th and 16th of September strong rainfall ensued but didn’t hurt the quality of the grapes picked subsequently. The dry and not excessively hot weather that followed allowed for the development of aromatic compounds well evident in the in the winemaking with grapes harvested after these dates. The harvest took place on the 28th of September, anticipated due to an accentuated maturation with bunches of exceptional concentration of colour and flavour. 2015 will probably be a memorable year in the 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.