Eruptio Arinto 2020 Azores White 75cl
Description
Wine from the volcanic terroir of Pico Island, grown in vineyards near the sea and protected by basalt stone enclosures, which impart a very characteristic minerality and salinity.
🍇 Region: Azores – Pico Island (DO Pico)
👨🔬 Winemaker: Bernardo Cabral
🌱 Grape varieties: Arinto from the Azores
🛠️ Winemaking: Fermentation in French oak barrels.
⏳ Stage: 6 months on fine lees.
🌿 Vineyards: Vineyards on Pico Island, in volcanic soils and under the direct influence of the Atlantic, with traditional protection provided by basalt walls (corrals).
🧪 Analysis:
- Alcohol content: 12.5% vol.
👃 Organoleptic Test:
- Citrine color with greenish reflections.
- Complex aroma with iodized/saline notes and citrus fruits.
- Dense and concentrated on the palate, with lively acidity and a long, mineral and saline finish.
⏳ Evolution Potential: Excellent storage capacity; can evolve in the bottle for several years.
🍽️ Serving temperature: Serve between 10–12ºC. Ideal with seafood, grilled fish, and Atlantic cuisine.
