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DENOMINATION
Madeira D.O.P
GRAPE VARIETIES
Verdelho
VINEYARDS AND VINIFICATION
Grapes from various quality vineyards of Seixal and Ribeira da Janela. Grapes were pressed in a continuous press. Arresting of fermentation takes place at the desired degree of sweetness by adding vinic alcohol (96%).
LOT
Barbeito family still continues to preserve the traditional methods of making and aging Madeira wine. Our company is known for the elegance of its wines from grapes selected from our favourite vineyards. This Frasqueira aged beautifully over 20 years in old French oak casks by the traditional canteiro method. This Verdelho made Ricardo Diogo realize the importance of the grapes from the North Coast for the acidity in his wines. In March 2001, 1493 bottles of 750ml have been filled, all individually numbered.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Alcohol: 19,40% vol.
Baumé: 2
Total sugar: 73,3 g/l
Volatile acidity: 0,95
pH: 3,50
SERVING & CELLARAGE
Madeira wine should be kept vertically and in cool dry place. Serve best 16oC or low room temperature 18oC. It will last and maintain in good condition several months once opened.
TASTING NOTES
Gold Colour.
Notes of dried fruits, white chocolate, caramel and spiced citrus background. Elegant and well balanced acidity. Silky fresh finish.
Excellent as an aperitif.
