Primado Encruzado White 2023 - Fernando Melo in Evasões
IT’S TIME FOR WHITES AND ROSÉS
It took its time, but it’s finally here to stay. From sunrise to sunset, festive outdoor gatherings await us — the kind that fill our hearts and make us believe in something entirely new. A warm and blossoming spring, bringing with it everything that elevates our table, crafted in the most classic way.
Total priority to flavour.
And to pleasure.
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We end this virtual journey in the Dão region, with two brilliant single-varietal Encruzado whites. The first, from the Pereira de Melo Family, crafted in a family enclave as unique as it is special…
PRIMADO ENCRUZADO
Dão White 2023 (13,5%)
Pereira de Melo Family (0,75 l)
24 euros
This family project is passionately led by Inês and Manuel Pereira de Melo, with the brilliant Patrícia Santos as winemaker. Perfect understanding among the team and decisions made collectively are key factors in the project's sustainable growth.
Pre-fermentation maceration, slow fermentation at low temperature. Aged for nine months in stainless steel, followed by 12 months in bottle. Aromas of wildflowers and green pine needles — hallmarks of the Encruzado grape. On the palate, it is saline and citrusy, with lingering impressions of dried fruits. Splendid when paired with a fine Serra da Estrela cheese.
Score: 18.5
Fernando Melo
