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Taste Profile
Citrus Fruit, Stone Fruit, Mineral, and Floral, Toasted
BODY: Medium
DRYNESS: Very Dry
ACIDITY: Medium +
TANNIN: Light
ALCOHOL (%): Pronounced (12-14%)
Winemaking
Origin: Dao, Portugal
Grape Varietals:
Encruzado, Arinto, and Cercial
Winemaking:
Minimal Interventionist Winemaking
Autolyse (On Lees Ageing)
Maturation: 13-18 Months Oak Barrels
Awards:
Serving
WESTERN FOOD PAIRING
Grilled fish, Carpacchio, Roast Chicken
ASIAN FOOD PAIRING
Luis Seabra Vinhos
For nearly two decades, Luis Seabra has been at the center of a cultural shift in Portuguese winemaking, reclaiming historical vineyards, grape varieties, and techniques. He works with 8 hectares across Douro, Vinho Verde and Dao
Luis Seabra Granito Cru Branco Dao 2021
Grape Varietals & Region: A field blend of 60% Encruzado, 30% Bical, 10% Cercial from the Dao, Portugal. Sustainably grown vines planted around 1987 tended in granitic soils with quartz
The Granito Cru parcel is in the Dão region, near Vila Nova da Tázem. This area lies in the foothills of the Serra da Estrela Mountain Range, mainland Portugal’s highest point, and a heavily protected natural area known for its excellent stargazing. The Dão’s cool climate is highly regarded for producing wines that are bright, lifted, and elegant.
Taste Profile: Exquisitely contoured white wine, boasting profound mineral aromatics, nuances of white blossoms and pale-fleshed fruits. On the palate, it presents a citrusy profile, vibrant freshness, and a luscious creamy texture. The finish lingers, marked by delightful hints of salinity.
Winemaking Process: The grapes are harvested by hand, crushed and destemmed, then pressed and decanted into used 500L French oak barrels. The grapes are spontaneously co-fermented with indigenous yeast. The wine remains in barrel on its lees with no batonnage for 1 year, after which it is racked into stainless steel, where it rests for 6 months. This wine goes through full malolactic fermentation.