ADEGA MAREL MANOLITO WHITE 2022 - white

Style : Savoury & TexturedLocated in Baixo Alentejo, on the left bank of the Guadiana River, the region of Amareleja has climatic and geomorphological characteristics particularly challenging for the culture of the vineyard. In this territory of great thermal amplitudes and long summers, of intense heat, throughout history, several nations have recognized its agricultural potential – especially for wine and olive production. It is presumed that it was the Tartessians that first started here in the domestication of the vines and in the following introduction of wine in the region. Then came the Phoenicians, the Greeks and only then the Romans – who generalized the culture of vine and wine in the Alentejo.The mark of the ancestral wisdom of the Roman Empire remains in our days, both in the viticultural practices and in the traditional winemaking in clay pots (amphora). This project is born from the passion for Vinho de Talha (Amphora Wine) of Amareleja, for its people, customs and traditions. It unites several generations, of different origins and histories, around the reverence that we all share for this patrimonial heritage, and it´s role in this region’s identity, with pride and respect for the land and for what it offers.In this wine, made based on two worlds of oenology, we blended more than grape varieties. The history of this wine begins in the vineyard. We joined the Antão Vaz, from a vineyard with 10 years old,with the grapes from our oldest vines - Diagalves, and other local varieties not registered. We treated these grapes differently: The Antão Vaz was treated in the light of the most recent andcommon techniques. Pressed grapes, shortly after harvest, fermented in stainless steel at a controlled temperature of 14 - 16 ºC. Kept in stainless steel, after fermentation, with a slight bâtonnage of fine lees for 2 months. On the other hand, the grapes from our older vineyards, which are mainly represented by Diagalves, were treated in the light of the most ancient knowledge – totally treated asvinho de talha (amphora wine), it fermented in untreated talhas. The grapes were destemmed and the skins were in full contact with the juice, with its native yeasts and without temperature control. In a long and calm fermentation, the wine and the skins were separated in January, with 4 months of skincontact.Visually, it has straw yellow and light gold hues. The aroma reveals contention and complexity at first. It shows ripe fruit, orange compote, quince marmalade and pear. Time in the glass brings earthy and spicy notes (Cardamom, Cloves). The mouth is rich, textured, unctuous. A lively acidity, brings it a balance and fantastic life. It ends long and complex, pleasant and prolonged. ADEGAMAREL.COMRegion : Alentejo, PORTUGALVariety : Blend ABV: 13.5%Liquor Act 2007. It is against the law to sell or supply alcohol to, or to obtain alcohol on behalf of a person under the age of 18 years. Lic No. LIQP770016424 *We endeavour to ensure the correct vintage is displayed, however some variations may occur in store and for delivered bottles.