COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Verdelho, Arinto dos Açores
PRODUCER
Curral Atlantis
REGION
Açores
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Atlantis Colheita Selecionada Verdelho is a white wine from the Azores, Portugal, produced by Curral Atlantis. Founded in 1995 on Pico Island, the winery is dedicated to the recovery of traditional Azorean grape varieties, with the Faria family now at its helm. The wine's distinctiveness stems from its origin in the Azores' unique volcanic terroir and strong Atlantic influence. The 2021 vintage experienced a globally unusual growing season, with many regions ultimately yielding positive results.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
7-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes are grown in traditional stone corrals on Pico Island.
Fact 02
Curral Atlantis initially experimented with 24 different grape varieties.
Fact 03
The winery produces around 70,000 bottles annually.
Fact 04
Verdelho is a key grape in the Azores, known for its vibrant character.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Curral Atlantis focuses on traditional Azorean grape varieties, including Verdelho and Arinto dos Açores. The grapes are cultivated on Pico Island, known for its volcanic soils and Atlantic influence. Winemaking typically involves separating Verdelho grapes from their skins before fermentation to maintain freshness. While specific technical details for the 2021 vintage are not available, the general approach emphasizes capturing the essence of the Azorean terroir.
