Winemaking:
Gazela is produced at Quinta de Azevedo wine centre, a splendid estate owned by Sogrape Vinhos near Barcelos, in the Vinho Verde Region. Hand-picked grapes undergo soft stem-removal and crushing. The resulting must is separated from skins in pneumatic presses and subjected to static decanting for about 24 hours, suitably protected from oxidation, until it reaches the required level of clarity. Fermentation in stainless steel vats then follows, under a controlled temperature of about 16ºC. Gazela is bottled immediately after fermentation and final blending, so as to guarantee its whole original freshness.
Grape Varieties:
Loureiro,Pedernã,Trajadura,Azal
Tasting Notes:
It has a very light yellow citrus colour, with a slight fizz that enhances its bouquet, flavours and freshness. Aromatic and engaging, Gazela adds to its citrus and tropical fruit notes a lively and stimulating acidity, very well balanced by a slight touch of sugar. The end product is a simple, versatile and very attractive wine.
Store and Serve Advices:
Must be kept upright, in a dry and cool place. Given its freshness is best drunk young. Should be served well chilled, in a white wine glass or a flute, at a temperature between 6ºC-8ºC.
Food Pairing:
Ideal with salads, light fish or seafood dishes, or just as an aperitif.
Allergens:
Contains sulphites.
Reviews and Awards:
. 84 points in Jamie Goode;
. 84 points in Wine Enthusiast Magazine;
. 81 points in Wine Spectator Magazine;
. 15,5 points in Jancis Robinson;
. 15 points in Vinho Grandes Escolhas;
. 87 points in CellarTracker.
