Grape variety – 100% Castelão (single grape)
Vintage – 2015
Region – Lisbon
Denomination – IG Lisboa
Type of soil – clay-limestone
Tasting notes − with a delicate pink colour and a complex scent that resembles the weakest and tasty red fruits such as raspberries and wild strawberries, Manz Rosé is made with Castelão grapes. It’s equilibrated with a smooth and sweet butterine and a firm, fresh finish
Winemaking − pre-fermentation maceration, in an inert environment and at a controlled temp. of 12ºC. After extraction, the must tear is subject to a static clarification process. The fermentation process takes place in stainless steel tanks, with a controlled temp between 14ºC and 16ºC. Fermentation takes place after 4 months of maturation in stainless steel tanks, under conditions that enhance the preservation of aromas
Ageing – in stainless steel
Alcohol – 12,5%
Wine pairing − ideal as an appetizer, sushi, shellfish, fish, salads and also ideal for pasta
Quote – “Made from 100% Castelão grapes which are dedicated to rosé production, this is an accomplished fruity but dry rosé with creamy, ripe red berry fruit and very attractive, well integrated fresh, persistent, mineral acidity” (SARAH AHMED, The Wine Detective. The inside track on Portuguese and Australian wine) [about vintage of 2013]
