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DENOMINATION
Madeira D.O.P
GRAPE VARIETIES
Malvasia
VINEYARDS AND VINIFICATION
Grapes from São Jorge and Fajã dos Padres (20%). The must was obtained through foot treading. Arresting of fermentation takes place at the desired degree of sweetness by adding vinic alcohol (96%).
LOT
In 2001, Ricardo Diogo produced his first 20 years old Malvasia. This is his eighth blend since then but, he always faces a great challenge when the time comes to produce another lot as it requires much reflection. The ending of some of these old wines represent the birth of others which is the case of this 20 year old Malvasia lot 14050, aged in French oak casks by canteiro process. This lush wine has a moderate impact on the nose followed by an explosion of elegant flavours where the long acidity at the end of the mouth really stands out. We bottled 1.061 units, all individually numbered.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Alcohol: 20,00% Vol.
Baumé: 4,1
Total Sugar: 98,6 g/l
Volatile Acidity: 1,2
Total Acidity: 8,04
pH: 3,36
SERVING & CELLARAGE
Decanting is recommended, served best at 14oC or low room temperature 16oC.
It will last & maintain in good condition several months once opened.
TASTING NOTES AND HARMONIES
Gold color and greenish hints. Notes of pine, some spice, nuts, peanut butter, toffee and smoke. Sweet spiced palate, racy acidity and a long, fresh finish.
Excellent as a digestif, with banana & cinnamon cake. and with strong cheese.
