Arinto dos Açores

Concept: A unique terroir in the world, in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, at the base of the volcanic mountain of Pico, the vines are planted in the crevices of the rock, next to the sea, where you can hear the “singing of the crab”, because this is where there is more sun and heat. A proximity of, sometimes, a few meters that requires the protection of the vineyard by walls (corrals), from the strong winds and saline of the Atlantic.

Test results:
Clean citrus yellow color. Pure mineral aroma, citrus with hints of grapefruit. Tense attack, fresh with a very present minerality and acidity, good persistence and saline notes.

Vinification:
Selective manual harvest in 20Kg baskets, whole bunch pressing, transfer after 24 hours to 600-1000L fermentation vats.

Storage and service: Store at 6-8°C