Monte Cascas Douro Branco 2021

Discover Monte Cascas Douro Branco 2021, an authentic expression of the Douro DOC terroir. This balanced white wine, made from native Portuguese grape varieties, offers freshness, aromatic complexity, and natural elegance.

🍒 Key Characteristics

• Appearance: Bright lemon-yellow.
• Aroma: Enticing notes of peach, apricot, pear, white flowers, and a subtle hint of lemon.
• Palate: Medium-bodied and balanced, featuring flavors of stone fruits and lemon. The finish is long and refreshing, with a distinctive minerality.

🍇 Composition and Production

• Grape Varieties: 50% Códega de Larinho, 30% Gouveio, 20% Viosinho.
• Climate and Terroir: Mountainous region with hot, dry summers. Slate soils add a unique minerality.
• Vineyards:
  • Plot A: Altitude 409 m, 30-year-old vines.
  • Plot B: Altitude 409 m, 15-year-old vines.
  • Plot C: Altitude 405 m, 54-year-old vines.
• Vinification: Machine harvesting in the third week of September. Destemming, cold maceration for 48 hours, alcoholic fermentation at 14°C.
• Aging: 3 months in used French oak barrels.

📏 Technical Details

• Alcohol Content: 13%
• Total Acidity: 6.4 g/L
• Volatile Acidity: 0.2 g/L
• Residual Sugar: 3.69 g/L
• pH: 3.1

🍽️ Food Pairings
Monte Cascas Douro Branco 2021 pairs perfectly with:

• Soft cheeses,
• Light appetizers,
• Seafood,
• Fish dishes,
• Pasta with vegetables or Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.

📏 Serving Tips

• Serving Temperature: 12°C
• Aging Potential: Best enjoyed between 2022 and 2027 to appreciate its balance and freshness.

✨ Why Choose Monte Cascas Douro Branco 2021?
This wine reflects the richness of the Douro and the excellence of Portuguese grape varieties. It is perfect for lovers of complex and elegant white wines, ideal for gourmet moments or special occasions.