Alentejo Wine and Cork from Évora
This tour is about two very important products for the Alentejo region: wine and cork. Come and discover the process from cork harvesting to the final bottle of wine. ...
Structure
Drinking window
Best 1 to 4 years from vintage.
vintage1 yrs4 yrs8 yrs
Critic scores
No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.
In the glass
What it pairs with
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Grilled sardines
Crisp acidity suits oily grilled fish. -
Green salad with cheese
Light body suits a fresh starter. -
Seafood rice
Bright acidity complements a brothy dish.
History
Reserva Branco is Herdade do Freixo's oak-matured white.
Facts
- Producer
- Herdade do Freixo · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Arinto, Alvarinho, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling
- Oak
- Four months in new French oak, then six months in bottle
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Drinking window
- 1-4 from vintage
Frequently asked about Herdade do Freixo Reserva Branco
What does Herdade do Freixo Reserva Branco taste like?
The estate's Reserva white: 35% Arinto, 35% Alvarinho and 30% Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Riesling, four months in new French oak and six in bottle.
When should I drink Herdade do Freixo Reserva Branco?
Drink within 1-4 from vintage. Younger bottles benefit from 30-60 minutes of decanting; older ones should be poured carefully off any sediment.
What food pairs with Herdade do Freixo Reserva Branco?
Grilled sardines and Green salad with cheese are the strongest matches. Crisp acidity suits oily grilled fish.
What grapes are in Herdade do Freixo Reserva Branco?
Herdade do Freixo Reserva Branco is a blend of Arinto, Alvarinho, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Riesling.
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