Castello D’Alba
Grapes come from vines planted in the Douro Superior, at an average altitude of 300 meters, with an average age of about 20 years, generally planted in terraces with a predominant East/North exposure. The goal is to select grapes that allow the production of concentrated, highly aromatic, and rich wines with good structure, gastronomic character, and that well represent the “terroir” of the Douro Superior, with its notes of rockrose, black fruits, and very elegant spices.
Vinification: Manual harvesting, total destemming upon reception, and immediate crushing. Grapes are fermented by variety and in batches, allowing for an early and rigorous selection that will later give rise to the traditional “blend,” revealing the art of selecting grapes by plots and the art of selecting wines for blending. Fermentation takes place in small-capacity stainless steel tanks, with temperatures around 28°C. Gentle and controlled macerations aim to obtain elegant and aromatic wines.
Aging: Part of the batch ages for 12 months in French oak barrels with a small percentage of American oak.
Allergens information
Contains sulphites.
SKU: 100222