Portal da Estrela Branco 2024

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Vintage	2024
Style	White
Region	Dão

About this wine

Portal da Estrela Branco is an impressive white wine from the Dão region that shows how Portugal's white wines are to be taken seriously. Produced by up-and-coming winemaker Tiago Macena, this wine showcases the quality and character of indigenous Portuguese varieties from one of the country's most prestigious wine regions. Fresh, mineral, and beautifully balanced, it offers exceptional quality at an outstanding price. Why You'll Love It This is authentic Dão white wine from Tiago Macena, an exciting young Portuguese winemaker behind the No Rules Wines portfolio. The Dão region is renowned for producing some of Portugal's finest wines, and this blend of Malvasia Fina, Encruzado, and Cerceal Branco showcases the minerality and freshness that makes Dão whites so distinctive. With 6 months in tank and careful winemaking, this wine offers remarkable purity and character at exceptional value. Meet the Producer The No Rules Wines portfolio is the work of up-and-coming Portuguese winemaker Tiago Macena. He sources from the best vineyards across Portugal's key regions, crafting wines that authentically express the terroir while offering exceptional quality and value. Production The Malvasia Fina, Encruzado and Cerceal Branco grapes are pressed and fermented at controlled temperatures in stainless steel. The wine spends 6 months in tank before bottling, developing complexity while preserving freshness and minerality. Tasting Notes Fresh aromas of lemons and green apple with hints of wet stone. The palate has bright acidity, citrus characters alongside mineral and savoury notes, leading to a crisp finish. Perfect Pairings Enjoy with grilled fish dishes, salt cod croquettes, seafood, shellfish, or light salads. Also excellent with Portuguese cuisine and as a refreshing aperitif. Grape Blend Malvasia Fina, Encruzado, Cerceal Branco