WINES & WINEMAKERS BY SAVEN, PALMELA DOP PEGOS CLAROS, RESERVA

Domain
Wines & Winemakers by Saven consists of a group of highly innovative producers and winemakers, who work with the most advanced technologies without compromising the unique flavors and characteristics of the region. They operate in the regions of Vinho Verde, Alvarinho, Douro, Port, Dao, Bairrada, Ribatejo, Palmela and Alentejo. They strive for the best end result and try to express as many special characteristics of the terroir in the wine as possible. All producers involved have extensive experience in their profession and an incredible passion for winemaking, techniques and processes. Most care is taken first and foremost in the vineyards. This is of course the place where everything starts!

Soil
The soil is called "Pliocenico de Pegoes". This sandy bottom has been formed over the centuries by all the sand washed up by the Tagus and Sado rivers.

Exhibition
The vineyards have a southern exposure.

Age
The vines are on average 40 years old.

Yield
The yield is 60,000 bottles per year.

Harvest
The grapes are harvested manually in small boxes of 25 kg.

Vinification
Fermentation in traditional open barrels, after which the wine matures for 9 months in oak barrels.

Delicious
This wine goes well with grilled meat dishes and roasted meat or fish dishes.

Score
2013: 91 points - Wine Enthusiast. 2013: 90 points - Robert Parker.