WHITE CROSSED CARVALHAIS FARM

THE WINE
Quinta dos Carvalhais Encruzado is a Dão varietal white wine of exceptional quality, the ultimate exponent of the elegance and richness of the Encruzado grape variety. Heir to ancient knowledge, Quinta dos Carvalhais combines experience with innovation to create very elegant wines, with flavors of intense delicacy and unique personality.

TASTING NOTES:

Citrus yellow color. Wine with notes of yellow-fleshed fruits, such as peach and nectarine. Floral notes of jasmine and orange blossom, with cedar and resin adding complexity. The wine perfectly matches the notes of barrel aging. The mouthfeel is intensely aromatic, with the denser aromas once again standing out. Crisp, firm, and well-integrated acidity. A very balanced and persistent finish.

WINEMAKER: Beatriz Cabral de Almeida

GRAPES: 100% Encruzado

VINIFICATION
The Encruzado grapes arrived at the winery in 20 kg boxes, being unloaded directly into the pneumatic press. After pressing the whole grapes, the must was subjected to static decantation at a low temperature for a period of 24 hours. It was then sent to a stainless steel tank where fermentation began. Halfway through fermentation, the wine was transferred to new French oak barrels, where it fermented at temperatures not exceeding 19ºC for a period of around 20 days.

MATURATION
Part of the wine fermented and aged for around 6 months in 225L new French oak barrels from five different cooperages. During this period, the wine was subjected to frequent stirring operations of the fine lees, in order to increase the sensation of volume in the mouth and add aromas of wood to the primary aromas. The remaining part fermented and aged in a stainless steel tank, and contributed to achieving a greater balance in the final batch between the wine and the aromatic components.

SAVE
Considered a wine for keeping, it has great potential for evolution in the bottle, either because it originates from a variety such as Encruzado, with its recognized aptitude for aging nobly, or because it was fermented and aged in oak barrels, which give it characteristics favorable to a long and
fruitful life. Once opened, it should be consumed immediately and can be stored for 2 or 3 days in the refrigerator, tightly sealed, preferably under vacuum.

ENJOY
Ideal to drink straight as an aperitif or to accompany more elaborate fish dishes, smoked fish, white meat or poultry dishes.

DENOMINAÇÃO:
Quinta dos Carvalhais Encruzado white wine
DOC Dão Wine

ALLERGENS: Contains sulfites

INGREDIENTS / NUTRITIONAL DECLARATION:
At the following link: https://quintadoscarvalhais.com/products/encruzado-2023/

E/100ml: 322 kj / 77 kcal

NET QUANTITY: 750ML

ALCOHOLIC CONTENT: 13% VOL

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN:
Product of Portugal

PRODUCED AND BOTTLED BY:
Sogrape Wines, SA
5th October Street, 4527, 4430-809 Avintes
Portugal
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +351-227 838 104 (National landline) Fax: +351-227 833 719

Due to possible changes to packaging and/or labels by the producer, you should always consider the information that accompanies the product you receive, or in case of doubt about ingredients/substances likely to cause allergies or intolerances, please contact us before purchasing.
For any questions or additional information about the product, please contact us: T. (+351 213636944) (Call to the national landline network) / Email:[email protected]