Casa Amarela Branco

Description

This Casa Amarela, a curious blend of Viosinho, Gouveio and Códega, clearly underwent a rather… involved winemaking process. The extended decantation at 10°C for 48 hours points to an enologist determined to safeguard the nuances of these indigenous grapes. Fermentation in 500-litre French oak barrels adds a welcome structural element, without sacrificing that crucial freshness. Despite the somewhat clinical inert gas filling, the fact that it earned a respectable 91 points at the Decanter World Wine Awards makes it a worthwhile gamble, particularly with grilled white fish or fresh shellfish.