Filipa Pato Nossa Calcário Branco

Description

Produced exclusively from the Bical grape, sourced from certified organic and biodynamic viticulture, Nossa Calcário Branco accurately expresses the identity of the calcareous soils from which it originates. It displays a deep, bright straw‑yellow color with greenish reflections. In aroma, it stands out for its strong minerality and a subtle smoky note typical of limestone, wrapped in hints of ripe pear—an attribute of Bical—and delicate touches of dried fruit. As it evolves in the glass, hints of thyme and honey emerge. On the palate it is elegant and creamy, with an enveloping texture and pronounced mineral character, expressed as a subtle Atlantic‑inspired salinity. It is wide and structured, finishing long and precise, with notes of ripe fruit and a slightly candied nuance. A wine of great gastronomic versatility, it is ideal for pairing with noble fish, braised veal, game birds, or aged cheeses. With excellent ageing potential, it can mature harmoniously for about ten years. Filipa Pato confirms the old saying “a fish’s child knows how to swim.” Although she followed in her father Luís Pato’s footsteps—even in her academic training—Filipa always wanted her own world, her own project, where she would showcase her ideas and rise on her own accord. It was the 2001 harvest, a great year in Bairrada, that would provide all of this. Today, her wines are the result of Filipa’s innovative and brilliant spirit, which quickly became successful both nationally and internationally. *(illustrative image only)*