Quinta Do Avelar Arinto Vinho Branco Bucelas Portugal, 2015, 750

Quinta Do Avelar Arinto Vinho Branco Bucelas Portugal, 2015, 750

From the importer: This wine is firm, bright and resolutely mineral, with notes of apple skin, grilled apricot and roasted nuts. Its power and mature elegance are marked by a distinct maritime influence. Enjoy through 2035 with fish and shellfish, grilled pork, chicken, charcuterie and cheeses.

Vinification

After press the must settles for 24 to 48 hours at 9 C. With no inoculation, fermentation is kept to 16 - 17c and runs upwards 14 days. Arinto and Rabo de Ovelha fermented together. Esgana-Cão is fermented separate, 1/3rd in INOX, the balance in barrel, contributes 5% to 10% of the finished wine. Avelar won’t bottle until at least 3 year elevage, exceeding the old regulation of 2 years (now just 1 year). 6000L production. Alcohol Content: 12.5%; Total Acidity: 7.5g/l; pH: 3.19