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We’re excited to introduce our latest addition to the Q.Lab range, a wine made from the rare Folgasão grape variety, also known as Terrantez. Unfortunately, this grape is slowly disappearing from the Douro vineyards, but our father planted 2.5 hectares of Folgasão in 2016 to preserve this unique variety, which was his last plantation before retiring.
This QLAB was done with Tamás Ádám (friends call him Tomi) to create a single-varietal Folgasão wine. For this experiment we decided to do malolactic fermentation on part of the wine as well as age it for 5 months in Hungarian barrels (like Tomi!).
The result? A fresh aromatic white wine, creamy and full-bodied to share with the best company!
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Clean straw color
Liquorice and floral notes are prominent on the nose, followed by subtle hints of orange blossom and orange peel.
The wine is fresh and clean, with a pleasant ripeness. The acidity is not very pronounced, and the flavors of ripe white nectarine are complemented by a flintstone character. The finish is salty and short, making it easy to drink. Overall, this wine is a great option for those looking for a refreshing and easy-drinking wine, with a unique combination of floral, fruity, and mineral notes.
Folgasão (100%)
Alcohol – 12,00% Total Acidity – 5,4 (g/l) pH – 3,22 Residual Sugar – <0,6 g/dm3
Viticulture:
The 2022 growing season had a hot and dry winter, followed by an unusually dry and hot spring and summer. However, the vine managed to mature and recover thanks to rain and lower temperatures in early September. The harvest began on August 24th, and the Folgasão grape variety was picked on September 28th.
Fermentation:
The grapes were pressed whole-clusters and fermented using selected yeast, which helped to preserve the natural characteristics of the grapes.
Aging:
After fermentation, the wine was aged for 5 months in Hungarian barrels with regular battonage. This process helped to develop the wine’s complexity and structure, resulting in a rich and smooth finish.
Winemakers:
Tamas Adam and Teresa Batista
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