Description
Portuguese wines are having a long-overdue moment in the spotlight, so we're excited to share not one, but two fantastic bottles from Douro-based cooperative Lavradores de Feitoria. Comprised of 15 families, all with deep roots in Portugal's winemaking history, the cooperative pools their know-how along with their estate-farmed grapes to make authentic expressions of the Douro's unique terroir.
The Estrada white is a blend of no fewer than five grape varieties, the majority of which are indigenous to Portugal: Viosinho, Gouveio, Moscatel, Arinto, and Fernão Pires. If your only exposure to Portuguese white wines is Vinho Verde, this is a great introduction to the varied styles that exist in this beautiful country. Serve at about 10 C and enjoy over the next 2-3 years.
Pairing
Match with a savoury caramelized leek tart, cream of mushroom soup, or crispy roast chicken legs with garlic mashed potatoes.
Aromas and Flavours
Pear
A romantic picnic in the orchard, with your partner and their favourite white wine.
Orange
Sweet, somewhat spicy, with sharp bitterness on the nose, balanced with sweet freshness.
Apple
From Granny Smith to Red Delicious, apple makes for a delightfully crisp aroma.
Floral
You just received a bouquet from a secret admirer and the smell is intoxicating.
Herb
Your windowsill herb garden gives off a lovely herbal smell every time you walk by.