Vinhos Borges
Meia Encosta Dao Branco BIB
2022
$39.25
About this winery
In 1884, the brothers António and Francisco Borges founded a company dedicated to banking, the sale of lottery tickets and tobacco. Then in 1891, they created the Sociedade dos Vinhos Borges, a company dedicated to the production and marketing of wine. In 1904, they bought the Quinta de Solaheira vineyard in the Douro river valley, laying the first foundations for what would define their true vocation. In 1991, the company added 46 hectares with the Quinta de Simaens vineyard, followed by...
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Product notes
On poor granite soils, protected from the Atlantic influence by the mountains, the vineyards of this corner of the country see grapes ripen which have a relatively high natural acidity and which bring finesse and complexity.
Production notes
Aging in stainless steel vats on fine lees for 4 months
Tasting notes
Notes of tropical fruits, white fruits and herbaceous nuances. Textured palate with fruity, concentrated character, freshness and character. Pairings with seafood pasta, cheese fondue, roasted vegetable salad with feta cheese.