Castelão '22

CONCEPT

This wine expresses the typical freshness and minerality of the wines of this region, also the main characteristics of the Castelão grape variety, in terms of aromas and palate.

VINEYARD

Good selection of the best Castelão, two vineyards with 50-year-old clay-calcareous soils

CLIMATE

Atlantic

VINIFICATION

Manual harvest in 15kg boxes, total descolation with 20% of bunches from a 100-year-old vineyard and natural fermentation with native yeasts for 7 days in 1000Kg vats, Completion of fermentation in old French oak barrels (500 and 225L); Maturation for 9 months in the same barrels until bottling

TASTING

Light ruby colour, fresh notes on the nose with some hints of sherry and flint, minerals, typical of the grape variety and maturation in French oak barrels. On the palate it is fine, intense and fresh, with a long and pleasant finish.

PRO TIP

Should be served at 14-15ºC, using a decanter, if possible.h.

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At espera., we believe that exceptional wines start with sustainable practices and a deep respect for tradition. Located in Portugal's prestigious Lisbon Wine Region, our vineyards span five hectares in Alcobaça and nearly as many in Óbidos, with some still in the early stages of production. Committed to organic farming and low-intervention winemaking, we ensure that each bottle captures the essence of our unique Atlantic terroir. The clay-limestone soils and maritime influence impart natural purity, freshness, and a true reflection of our origins.

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