COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Rabigato, Gouveio, Arinto, Viosinho
PRODUCER
Quinta do Vallado
REGION
Douro
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Vallado Reserva White 2021 is a dry white wine from the DOC Douro region in Portugal, produced by Quinta do Vallado. This estate, founded in 1716 and still family-owned, has a rich history in the Douro Valley. The wine is a blend of indigenous Douro grape varieties, including Rabigato, Gouveio, Arinto, and Viosinho, reflecting the unique terroir of the region. The transition of Quinta do Vallado to producing premium still wines in the 1990s highlights its commitment to showcasing the full potential of its vineyards.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€27
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Established in 1716, Quinta do Vallado is one of the oldest estates in the Douro.
Fact 02
Once owned by the legendary Dona Antónia Adelaide Ferreira.
Fact 03
The estate transitioned to premium still wine production in the 1990s.
Fact 04
Features indigenous Douro grape varieties, a departure from typical white wine regions.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Vallado Reserva White is produced through fermentation in French oak casks, with a substantial percentage aged in new barriques. Following fermentation, the wine matures for approximately 7 to 10 months in French oak. During this aging period, periodical batonnage, or stirring of the lees, is employed to enhance texture and complexity. The blend of Rabigato, Gouveio, Arinto, and Viosinho grapes is central to the wine's identity.
