Fio a Fio Vinho Verde

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A Fallon & Byrne Exclusive, Coloured a citrusy yellow and slight hues of gold, with aromas of ripe tropical fruit such as peach, nectarines and passion fruit. On the palate it is very juicy with a very pleasant well-balanced acidity. A unique experience of freshness, complexity and pure pleasure.

Appellation: DOC Vinho Verde

Vintage: 2024

Style: White

Grapes: Alvarinho (17%); Loureiro (43%); Fernão Pires (40%).

Vinification: The grapes are hand-picked as they reach just the right amount of ripeness. In the winery, the grapes undergo a 36-hour pre-fermentation maceration to promote contact with the skins along with extracting all the aromatic components. After pressing, fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at temperatures which never rise above 16ºC, to ensure the preservation of the fruit and its freshness. Partial fermentation in oak barrels. Aged by stirring over wine lees for 3 months, in stainless steel tanks.

Alcohol: 12%

Farming: Conventional

Pairing suggestion: Salad, fish, pasta and white meats.