Morgado do Quintao Blanc de Noir 2021

It's like Blanc de Noir - but still & Negra Mole

Tinta de Madiera

$78.00

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Citrus Fruit, Tree Fruit, Mineral, and Red Fruit, Toasted

BODY: Medium
DRYNESS: Dry
ACIDITY: Medium +
TANNIN: Light
ALCOHOL (%): Pronounced (12-14%)

Origin: Algarve, Portugal

Grape Varietals:
Tinta de Madiera

Winemaking:

Direct Press, Wild yeast, and On Lees Ageing

Maturation: 7-12 Months Oak Barrels

Awards:

WESTERN FOOD PAIRING
Oysters, Seafood Paella & Pasta, Fish Burgers

ASIAN FOOD PAIRING
Japanese Curry, Zi Char, Thai Grilled Fish

Morgado do Quintao

Since their first vintage in 2016, Morgado do Quintao is recognised for pushing modern styles of Algarvian winemaking

Description

Morgado do Quintao Blanc de Noir 2021

Grape Varietals & Region: 100% Negra Mole from Algarve, Portugal

Taste Profile: Pale yellow color with coppery nuances, in the nose notes of fresh cherry and brioche. In the mouth it is mineral and dense, with texture and depth.

Winemaking Process: Direct press, without SO2 until the end of fermentation. Controlled temperature fermentation in neutral French oak barrels. Stage and batonnage for 6 months.

Bright & Mineral Whites

From the limestone character of Sancerre to the green, herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc of Marlborough, this style group often shows off cut grass and wet stone. Often associated with coastal regions or limestone based terroir, these wines are characterised with crisp acidity, mineraiity, citrus tones, with a hint of grassiness