GRAPES: LOUREIRO
SKIN CONTACT: 3 WEEKS
REGION: VINHO VERDE, PORTUGAL
Vinification method: Fernando Paiva pioneered biodynamic principles in Portugal to create grapes of outstanding quality. Located in Sousa, Vinho Verde, at the farm it is mandatory to respect the soil and to stimulate the equilibrium and connection of the mineral, vegetable and animal kingdoms. Influenced by French biodynamists, Fernando strives to work in agriculture which is friendly to both environment and the consumers.
The Loureiro grapes are hand-harvested from Fernando’s 3 hectare vineyard. The grapes macerate on the skins for 3 weeks and age on the lees with repeated battonage (lees-stirring). Powdered chestnut flowers are added in lieu of sulfur. Bottled unfined, unfiltered, no added S02.
Tasting notes: medium to full-bodied, underripe peach, passionfruit, orange zest, sea salt
Pairings: chorizo
Mix and match 3, 6 or 12 bottles!
