Hand-picked at the optimum time, the grapes are then destemmed, crushed and converted into wine through a process of careful maceration to extract their colour, tannins and aromas, enhanced by constant churning during fermentation. This takes place in vats (lagares) at a controlled temperature (between 28-30°C) until the right degree of sweetness (baumé) is achieved. At this point, grape brandy is added to create the final fortified wine. A wine of high quality, made from one single harvest. A Colheita wine matures in oak barrels for periods of time that can vary, but never less than 7 years. It is then bottled and sold according to the demands of the market.
Blond in color with a greenish tinge. Concentrated and highly fragrant nose, full of dried fruit aromas and an exuberant spicy touch. Light but very unctuous, it envelops the palate with a thin layer of satin. Wonderful freshness and endless finish.
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