CONDE DE CANTANHEDE

CLASSIFICATION : Protected Geographical Indication
REGION: Beira Atlântico
WINE TYPE: “Blanc de Blancs” white sparkling wine
GRAPE VARIETES: 60% Bical + 40% Arinto
WINEMAKER: Osvaldo Amado
APPEARANCE: Citrus, defined and persistent bubble.
COLOUR: Defined lemon colour
FLAVOUR: Young with dried fruit and toasted nuances.
TASTE: Fruity, fresh with a crunchy mousse and a good persistence.
WINEMAKING PROCESS: Total destemming, soft pressing, natural static
decantation. Alcoholic fermentation at 18ºC, followed by a second fermentation in
bottle (classic method).
AGEING: A minimum of 9 months on lees and 1 month after the dégorgement.
LONGEVITY: 18 to 24 months.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Ideal for leisure time. It goes well with delicacies based
on fish, grilled white meat and desserts.
ANALYTICAL PARAMETERS:
Alcoholic level: 12.5% pH: 3.30
Total acidity: 6.0 g/l Total sugars: 5.0 g/l