Producer
Quinta de San Michel
Oenology
Joachim Roque and Alexandre Guedes
Classification
Lisbon Regional Wine
Region
Sintra
Total acidity
7.79 g/l
Alcohol
13% Vol.
Pairing
Pairs well with grilled fish, seafood and white meats
Climate
Temperate Mediterranean, with maritime influence
Soil
Clay-limestone
Grape varieties
55% Arinto
45% Malvasia de Colares
Maturation
6 months in oak barrels and 24 months in bottle
pH
Winemaking
Grapes are harvested by hand in 20 kg boxes and then transported to the winery. De-stemming and crushing of the bunches, followed by direct pressing. Decant for 48 hours. Vinification in stainless steel vats with temperature control in order to maintain the purity of the grape varieties.
