Casa da Passarella – O Oenólogo Encruzado

Discover Casa da Passarella O Oenólogo Encruzado 2022 White, a superb expression of the Dão’s iconic white grape: Encruzado. Known for its elegance, structure, and remarkable ageing potential, this wine offers a refined and modern interpretation of the region.

🍋 Key Characteristics

Appearance: Bright pale yellow with golden highlights.
Nose: Delicate aromas of citrus fruits, white flowers, pear, and light mineral notes.
Palate: Generous and fresh, beautifully balanced. Creamy texture supported by vibrant natural acidity. Long, elegant finish with a subtle saline touch typical of Encruzado.

🍇 Composition & Winemaking

Grape Variety: 100% Encruzado, one of Portugal’s finest white grape varieties.
Terroir: Granitic soils from the Dão region, bringing elegance, minerality, and tension.
Winemaking: Slow fermentation in stainless steel to preserve aromatics, followed by aging on fine lees (bâtonnage), adding volume, texture, and complexity.

📏 Technical Details

Origin: Dão Wine Region.
Alcohol: Around 13% (may vary by vintage).
Ageing potential: 8 to 10 years.

🍽️ Food Pairing Suggestions

Perfect match with:

• Grilled fish and seafood dishes,

• Creamy risotto,

• Sushi and sashimi,

• Soft and mild cheeses.

📏 Serving Advice

Serving temperature: 10–12°C.
Enjoy: Now for its freshness or after a few years for added roundness and complexity.

✨ Why choose Casa da Passarella O Oenólogo Encruzado?

An elegant, refined, and gastronomic white wine that showcases the true nobility of Encruzado. Ideal for wine lovers who appreciate balanced, mineral-driven, and sophisticated whites.