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DENOMINATION
Madeira D.O.P
GRAPES VARIETIES
Boal
VINEYARDS AND VINIFICATION
Quality grapes from Vinha da Torre, located in Campanário. Grapes were pressed in a continuous press.
LOT
This 2002 Boal is a very special wine as this was the year that Ricardo Diogo met Mr. João dos Reis, owner of the vineyard which is nowadays cultivated by his sons. Since 2002, Vinhos Barbeito has continuously harvested in that vineyard located in Campanario, parish traditionally considered as the one where the Boal grape has been produced for the longest time in Madeira. A tribute to João dos Reis and his family, as well as to the friendship with the Barbeito Family, which grows stronger every year. In August 2020, 1188 bottles were filled, all individually numbered.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Alcohol: 19,18% vol.
Baumé: 2,95
Total sugar: 82 g/l
Volatile acidity: 0,66
Total acidity: 6,22
pH: 3,49
SERVING & CELLARAGE
This wine was naturally aged in cask and bottled in its purest state. To show it at its best, serve between 13/14oC. This wine was filtered and does not require decanting, it will last and maintain in good condition several months once opened.
TASTING NOTES
Gold colour.
Fresh floral aroma.
Notes of pine, apricot, fruit core, ripe citrus, white raisins, caramel and candied fruit. Smooth with a spicy fresh acidity. Citrus flavour, balanced with a lingering finish.
Excellent as a digestif. With rich fruit and cheese.
