Kelman Encruzado 2018

Description

A unique grape variety native from the Dão region of Portugal, this Encruzado comes unoaked after spending 5 months in the inox tank with battonage. The wine is fresh and vibrant, with aromas of white fruits, tropical fruits, and citric notes. In the mouth it presents itself fresh, with good structure, volume and a persistent aftertaste.

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Vinification

Manual harvest of the grapes that are carried to the winery in small boxes. Crushing and cold decantation into a stainless-steel tank. Later, the must is completely cleaned and transferred to other stainless-steel tanks where fermentation takes place in a controlled temperature of around 15ºC. After alcoholic fermentation is complete the wine stays in the tank for five months with the practice of batonnage. Until bottling, it goes through natural stabilization only and a slight filtration to maintain all its aromatic potential and structure.

Vineyard: Nelas

The Kelman family vineyard lies in the heart of the demarcated region of Dão, a plateau surrounded by mountain escapes as Serra da Estrela, Serra da Nave and Serra do Caramulo. It is one of the oldest and most traditional wine regions of Portugal. The vineyard has 7 hectares of native varieties planted in year 2000. Our vineyard stands at 450 meters on a mild slope. Sandy soils of granitic origin provide good drainage. The temperate climate of continental influence offers cool, rainy winters and dry, sunny summers. Daily temperature amplitude favors grapes with a good balance between sugar and acidity, key to producing elegant and fresh wines with great potential for aging.

Food Pairing

This wine has some aging potential, but can be served now with seafood, several fish plates, and cheeses. Serve at 10 to 12 ° C. Always store the bottles in a controlled temperature, horizontally and away from light.