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ALFAIATE VINEYARDS
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At about 200 meters above sea level and approximately 10 km from the Atlantic Ocean, with a unique and exceptional terroir, the soils where the vines that give rise to the grapes for the production of Alfaiate grow are primarily very ancient schists.
Their dark colors allow for the absorption of solar radiation, which is released as heat during the night, enabling the production of grapes of the highest quality.
The wine is a marvel of austerity, toughness, dryness, dry extract, and freshness, an old-fashioned wine that reveals a timeless profile.
Soil Geology
The soils where the vines that give rise to the grapes for the production of Alfaiate grow are primarily very ancient schists dating back to the Lower Carboniferous (ca. 300 MA). These are poor, acidic soils in which the roots of the vines penetrate deeply through the cleavage planes of the schist, reaching the cooler, deeper layers. Their dark colors allow for the absorption of solar radiation, which is released as heat during the night, enabling the production of grapes of the highest quality.
Tasting Notes
With a citrine color, it presents great aromatic intensity, dominated by exotic fruits and floral aromas. On the palate, it is vibrant with a fresh and persistent finish. It will age well over the next few years.
Considered one of the best wines from the Setúbal region, Alfaiate vibrantly expresses the Portuguese grape varieties, showcasing their full potential for producing high-quality wines with great aging capacity.
With a citrine color, it presents great aromatic intensity, dominated by exotic fruits and floral aromas. On the palate, it is vibrant with a fresh and persistent finish.
Varieties / Arinto, Antão Vaz, and Galego Dourado.
WHITE
Alcohol/Volume: 12.5%
Reducing Sugar: 0.7 g/l
pH: 3.35
Total Acidity: 6.5 g/l
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ALFAIATE
ESPUMANTE
brut
Year 2023
The year 2023 was characterized by a Spring with little rain and a Summer that, although with some hot days, was mild and with very cool nights during the ripening of the grapes, which led to the production of ripe grapes, but with a vibrant acidity for the production of sparkling wine.
Tasting Notes
When tasted, it is clear with fine bubbles and a straw-yellow color. Complex and a very lively acidity, to which notes of candied fruit and biscuit are added.
Varieties / 80% Arinto, 20% Semillon
WHITE
Alcohol/Volume: 12.5%
Reducing Sugar: 2.9 g/l
pH: 3.10
Total Acidity: 6.28 g/l
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