Eruptio Verdelho/Arinto White 2021 - Pico, Açores
Pico is one of the nine islands of volcanic origin that make up the Azores Archipelago, located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean between the coasts of Europe and North America. Its geography provides a maritime climate that translates into mild temperatures, low thermal amplitude, hard rainfall and high relative humidity.
Despite being millenary, Pico is considered a young island and its soils have not yet been eroded. The vine is planted directly in the crevices of the bedrock at the base of the volcano and next to the sea, receiving a fusion of rain and sea water. They are heroic vines, exposed to the moods of the climate and the tides. To protect them, man uses the island’s own basalt to build stone corrals, creating a labyrinthine landscape that stretches across an almost surreal landscape. This 500-year-old human craft was classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2004.
Eruptio wines are the liquid, honest and nuanced expression that represents the volcanic and Atlantic terroir where its roots grow. In each bottle is present the knowledge and resilience of many generations of winegrowers, who in extreme conditions manage to produce grapes with exceptional quality.
REGION
Açores
GRAPE VARIETY
Arinto dos Açores, Verdelho and Terrantez do Pico
TERROIR
Volcanic
HARVEST
Manual
TASTING NOTES
Aroma of ripe citrus and tropical fruits on a background of seaweed, reminiscent of the sea breeze in a volcanic environment. Very round mouth, with vibrant acidity and saline finish.
PAIRINGS
Great with raw seafood, but also cured cheeses and whole grilled fish (if you dare).
ANALYTICAL PARAMETERS
Alcohol: 12.5% | Total Acidity: 7 g/L | pH: 3.3
FORMAT
750 ML
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