Murganheira Brut Reserve 2017

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling White
Producer:
 
Murganheira
Label Name:
 
Brut Reserve
Vintage:
 
2017
Country:
 
Portugal
Region:
 
Távora-Varosa
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Malvasia Fina, Cerceal, Gouveio Real
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Revista dos Vinhos 16. 5 pts (Portugal); Murganheira house recognised in Grandes Escolhas and other national awards; regular high scores in Portuguese wine press

Tasting Note
Pale citrus color with green apple, baked apple, stone-fruit and biscuit notes. Fine, persistent bubbles, bright acidity and a clean, slightly nutty, lingering finish.

Food Pairing
Aperitif; oysters, mussels, shellfish, sushi/sashimi, tempura, ceviche, Asian dim sum, spicy Thai or Vietnamese dishes; grilled fish, roasted chicken, light pasta and salads.

Production Method
Méthode traditionnelle (bottle fermented): pneumatic pressing, stainless-steel base fermentation, second fermentation in bottle and ~3 years lees ageing before disgorgement.

Vineyard Info
Caves da Murganheira (founded 1947) in Vale do Varosa. ~30 ha owned vineyards, partners with many growers; famous blue-granite cellars and focus on méthode traditionnelle sparklers.