Bio Branco

Description

Biaia Beira Interior – Castelo Rodrigo Sub-region The vineyards, situated at an exceptional altitude of between 700 and 750 metres, bring together the grape varieties characteristic of this region and are spread across three distinct plots, each with its own distinctive features. The Alvandeira vineyards grow on silty-clay soils; the Souto vineyards are planted in a transition zone between granite and schist; and the Lameiras vineyards are rooted in granite and quartz soils. Organic production, combined with a terroir shaped by history and the natural setting provided by the Douro, Côa and Águeda rivers, gives the wines of this estate a unique, distinctive profile deeply connected to the land. Winemaking and Ageing The grapes, hand-harvested at their ideal point of ripeness, are packed in 20 kg crates and carefully transported to the winery. On arrival, they undergo a meticulous manual sorting, followed by destemming and gentle crushing. The grapes are then pressed in a pneumatic press, and the resulting must is placed in stainless steel tanks, where it settles at 8 ºC for 48 hours. Alcoholic fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 12 ºC over 30 days. At the end of fermentation, the wine is aged for 8 months on fine lees, with regular stirring of the lees (bâtonnage), contributing to greater complexity, texture and balance. Allergen Information Contains sulphites. SKU: 105334