ABOUT THIS WINE Made with historic grape varieties not widely planted, the Quinta das Marés Jampal & Vital is truly a rare gem from Portugal, . Produced in a region shielded from Atlantic influence, it offers citrusy and saline notes with a hint of vegetal freshness. The winery's traditional methods and minimal use of antioxidants showcase the terroir's clay-limestone soils.
GRAPES 50% Jampal, 50% Vital
TASTING NOTES Fresh citrus and mature aromas on the nose, citrusy palate with vegetal hints, good acidity, and a saline finish.
VINIFICATION Traditional winemaking methods with minimal antioxidants, fermented with indigenous yeasts, aged in barrels and stainless steel tanks.
COUNTRY Portugal
REGION Lisboa - Alenquer
AGING 30% aged in used 228-liter barrels for 6 months, then transferred to stainless steel tanks for another 6 months
SOIL TYPE Clay-limestone
ALCOHOL CONTENT 12.5%
PH 3.2
COLOR White
STYLE Still
AROMAS Fresh citrus, quince, ripe apple, dried fruit
PAIRINGS Mediterranean cuisine, seafood, white meats
SERVING TEMPERATURE (°C) 8-10