The first release of Malhadinha’s Manteúdo Vinha de Vale Travessos 2023 is the result of a 2021 planting using genetic material from the historic Vinha Velha de Vale Travessos (1949). A wine with a distinctive profile, showing delicate floral notes and subtle spice on the nose. The palate is well balanced and expressive, revealing the potential of this grape variety, which is deeply rooted in the Alentejo region.
Hand-harvested in the early hours of the day into 12 kg crates. After careful selection and sorting, the grapes were destemmed and gently pressed. Fermentation took place at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks, followed by ageing in 500 L French oak barrels for 12 months.
The 80 hectares of vines sprout on the gentle slopes of drained schist soil, inserted into the terroir and respecting and integrating into the existing ecosystem and biodiversity.
About the Vineyard