Monte da Raposinha Ensaio III Arinto White 2020

Winemaking Process

Monte da Raposinha Ensaio III Arinto White 2020 is a truly remarkable white wine. Produced in the Alentejo region of Portugal, this wine is crafted with total destemming and soft pressing, followed by spontaneous fermentation in a used 400L French oak barrel. After fermentation, the wine is aged for six months in an oak barrel with weekly bâtonnage, resulting in an exquisite, complex wine.

Grape Varieties

The main grape variety used in Monte da Raposinha Ensaio III Arinto White 2020 is Arinto. This white grape variety is native to Portugal and produces wines with excellent acidity and a distinctive smoky note.

Tasting Notes

Monte da Raposinha Ensaio III Arinto White 2020 is a well-balanced wine with a delightful citrus aroma and notes of green apple, minerality and smokiness. Its excellent acidity is complemented by the creamy texture that comes from the bâtonnage.

Store and Serve Advices

For best results, we recommend serving Monte da Raposinha Ensaio III Arinto White 2020 at 12ºC. To ensure the highest quality, store the bottle in a horizontal position and let it age to benefit from the aging process.

Food Pairing

Given its lightness, Monte da Raposinha Ensaio III Arinto White 2020 pairs perfectly with fish, seafood, salads, sushi, and pasta dishes.

Allergens

Monte da Raposinha Ensaio III Arinto White 2020 contains sulphites.

Reviews and Awards

Monte da Raposinha Ensaio III Arinto White 2020 has received the impressive rating of 17.5 points in Vinho Grandes Escolhas.