Casa da Tojeira

Branco Reserva 2021

A wood-aged white Vinho Verde, without the characteristic fizz.

Glass Burgundy glass

Grapes Alvarinho (65%) & Arinto (35%)

Flavors citrus like orange, grapefruit, stone fruit & vanilla

Serve 10 - 12 degrees Celsius

Appellation Cabeceiras do Basto, Minho, Portugal

Food raw fish, fatty fish, poultry in creamy sauces & grilled chicken

Alcohol 11.70%

Winemaker Nuno Grasso

Background Casa da Tojeira is a beautiful 17th-century country house, located in the breathtaking Peneda-Gerês National Park. Since the house's establishment, grapes have been cultivated for the production of delicious wines. Today, Casa da Tojeira focuses on the production of exclusive Vinho Verdes, including a delightful wood-aged white Vinho Verde and enticing red variations. The house also serves as a picturesque event venue and boutique hotel.

Soil granite with sand

Vineyards Conventional vineyards located in the interior of Portugal at an altitude of 250 - 350 meters above sea level.

Harvest manual

Vinification The grapes are hand-picked and destemmed, followed by gentle pressing. The must is then inoculated with selected yeasts. Fermentation lasts 15 to 20 days and takes place at a controlled temperature of 14 to 16 degrees Celsius. Afterwards, the wine matures for eight months in French oak barrels, followed by another six months in stainless steel tanks with regular bâtonnage of the fine lees.

Filtering plate filter

Residual sugar 0.80 grams per liter

Acidity 6.20 grams per liter

pH value 3.26