Barbeito Sercial Old Reserve 10 Year Old (Dry)

Technical Sheet

DENOMINATION

Madeira D.O.P

GRAPE VARIETIES

Sercial

VINEYARDS AND VINIFICATION

Grapes from various quality vineyards from Jardim da Serra and Ribeira da Janela. Grapes were pressed in a continuous press. Arresting of fermentation takes place at the desired degree of sweetness by adding vinic alcohol (96%)

LOT

Sercial aged in French oak casks from 10 up to 14 years by Canteiro method. For this blend we selected wines from our warehouses with stable temperatures year round, originating well balanced wines in sugar and acidity.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Alcohol: 19,22Vol.
Baume: 0,4
Total sugar: 45 g/l
Volatile Acidity: 0,78
Total Acidity: 7,45
pH: 3,52

SERVING & CELLARAGE

This wine was naturally aged in casks and bottled in its purest state. To show it at its best serve between 11oC/12oC. Should be kept in a cool dry place. This wine was filtered and does not require decanting. It was bottled ready for drinking and will keep well several months after opening.

TASTING NOTES AND HARMONIES

Gold with green highlights Aromas of dried fruits, pine, woody, resin and orange leaf. Mineral, salty and heady acidity. Finish dry and fresh and has almost an endless end.
Excellent as an aperitif. with Oysters, French Onion Soup, Octopus Salad, Parmesan cheese, with sautéed mushrooms with garlic and Olives.