The 2023 wine-growing year was marked by yet another atypical season, with a warm and rainy winter, a very warm and dry spring, and a warm summer classified as normal due to the rainfall recorded in June and September. Throughout the growing season, high temperatures and reduced rainfall in some months contributed to a year

considered warm and normal in terms of rainfall, but with deviations from the usual climate pattern.

Winemaking: After the grapes were pressed, the must fermented in 500-liter barrels—both new and used—made of French oak.

Aging: This was followed by one year of aging on the total fermentation lees.

Pairing: Roasted or grilled fatty fish, roasted cod,seafood au gratin. Pasta dishes (mushroom or asparagus risotto, seafood pasta, vegetable lasagna). Vegetarian dishes (grilled or au gratin vegetables and savory tarts). Soft or semi-aged cheeses and appetizers with nuts, such as bruschetta with figs, honey, and walnuts).

Winemaker Jorge Rosa Santos