COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Verdelho
PRODUCER
Azores Wine Company
REGION
Açores
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Azores Wine Company Verdelho O Original 2023 is a dry white wine from the Azores, Portugal, made from 100% Verdelho grapes. The wine originates from a unique volcanic terroir where vines are planted in rock fissures close to the ocean. The Azores Wine Company is a project focused on the recovery and promotion of the region's viticultural heritage, founded by winemakers António Maçanita, Filipe Rocha, and Paulo Machado. The island of Pico, where many of these vineyards are located, is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site for its distinctive vineyard landscape.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€39
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vines grow in cracks of volcanic rock.
Fact 02
Vineyards are protected by ancient dry-stone walls ('currais').
Fact 03
This wine is considered 'the original Verdelho' of the Azores.
Fact 04
The Azores are a UNESCO World Heritage site for their vineyards.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Verdelho O Original undergoes whole bunch pressing, followed by natural racking within 12-24 hours. Spontaneous fermentation is initiated, occurring in horizontal stainless steel tanks (80%) and used French oak barrels (20%). A portion of the wine (30%) is aged for eight months on fine lees in used French oak barrels of varying sizes (228L to 500L).
