‘Pedra a Pedra' Branco is a refreshing, aromatic, textured Douro white made from a blend of indigenous grape varieties from our highest vineyards.
The winter and spring period was characterized by abundant rains, providing sufficient water reserves for the healthy development of the grapevines and solid conditions for the 2023 Harvest. The moderate summer allowed healthy grape development, while slow ripening resulted in wines with good acidity and concentrated aromas. Intense rains in September posed a challenge, requiring careful vineyard management and rigorous monitoring of grape ripening status. Despite the difficulties, we managed to harvest the grapes before the rainwater compromised the quality of the vintage.
Once the grapes are picked, our aim throughout is to preserve the aromatics and fresh flavours by gentle handling and by keeping the fruit and juice as cool as possible. Picked early in the morning, the grapes are whole bunch pressed as soon as they arrive at the winery, and the juice is drained off immediately. The juice is then fermented by wild yeasts at 17ºC so that the wine maintains primary fruit aromas and flavours. Throughout the process, minimal handling and attention to detail ensure that the delicate aromatics are not compromised. Fermented to dryness, the wines were matured sur lie for 6 months before being blended. Each varietal wine brings unique attributes to the final blend. Rabigato brings citrus fruits and lively acidity, whilst Gouveio brings mid-palate weight with passion fruit and pineapple flavours. Once blended, the wine was bottled in May 2024.
Producer: Quinta da Pedra Alta
Winemaker: João Pires & Matt Gant
Region: Douro (Cima Couro)
Style: White
Grape Varietals: Rabigato, Gouveio
Tasting Notes: Pale yellow with green hues. Delicate aromas of citrus fruits, together with grapefruit and tropical notes. Bursting with citrus, passion fruit, and pineapple flavours with great texture and a lingering salty finish.
Pairing: Fresh prawns, BBQ sardines, pan-fried chicken breasts.
Ratings: Coming Soon
‘Pedra a Pedra' Branco is a refreshing, aromatic, textured Douro white made from a blend of indigenous grape varieties from our highest vineyards.
The winter and spring period was characterized by abundant rains, providing sufficient water reserves for the healthy development of the grapevines and solid conditions for the 2023 Harvest. The moderate summer allowed healthy grape development, while slow ripening resulted in wines with good acidity and concentrated aromas. Intense rains in September posed a challenge, requiring careful vineyard management and rigorous monitoring of grape ripening status. Despite the difficulties, we managed to harvest the grapes before the rainwater compromised the quality of the vintage.
Once the grapes are picked, our aim throughout is to preserve the aromatics and fresh flavours by gentle handling and by keeping the fruit and juice as cool as possible. Picked early in the morning, the grapes are whole bunch pressed as soon as they arrive at the winery, and the juice is drained off immediately. The juice is then fermented by wild yeasts at 17ºC so that the wine maintains primary fruit aromas and flavours. Throughout the process, minimal handling and attention to detail ensure that the delicate aromatics are not compromised. Fermented to dryness, the wines were matured sur lie for 6 months before being blended. Each varietal wine brings unique attributes to the final blend. Rabigato brings citrus fruits and lively acidity, whilst Gouveio brings mid-palate weight with passion fruit and pineapple flavours. Once blended, the wine was bottled in May 2024.
Producer: Quinta da Pedra Alta
Winemaker: João Pires & Matt Gant
Region: Douro (Cima Couro)
Style: White
Grape Varietals: Rabigato, Gouveio
Tasting Notes: Pale yellow with green hues. Delicate aromas of citrus fruits, together with grapefruit and tropical notes. Bursting with citrus, passion fruit, and pineapple flavours with great texture and a lingering salty finish.
Pairing: Fresh prawns, BBQ sardines, pan-fried chicken breasts.
Ratings: Coming Soon
