Sparkling Wines
QUINTA DO CERRADO DA PORTA sparkling wines combine vibrant effervescence with complex aromas and flavors. Versatile and sophisticated, they elevate any occasion, whether as an aperitif or in harmony with a good meal. They are all classified as "Quality Sparkling Wines", a demanding classification restricted to just four Portuguese wine regions, including the Demarcated Wine Region of Lisbon. In fact, the geoclimatic characteristics of the territory - altitude, clay-limestone soils, cool nights and sea winds - provide musts with optimal acidity and freshness, essential for the production of good sparkling wines.
ARINTO SPARKLING WINE, EXTRA BRUT, GREAT RESERVE 2015
Exclusively produced with Arinto grapes. The harvest was done by hand in early September. After destemming, crushing and gently pressing the grapes, fermentation began under controlled temperature and without the presence of the skins. Six months later, immobilized yeasts were inoculated for a second fermentation in the bottle. Disgorging was carried out after 34 months. 2,500 bottles were produced. Wine with a citrus color and aroma of green apples. Very fine bubbles. Fresh flavor, with firm and balanced acidity. Excellent to accompany oysters, salmon, marinades and all types of fish. It can be used as an aperitif. It should be drunk between 6 and 8ºC.
Years of production: 2015
On sale: 2015, disgorged March 2023
SPARKLING "BLANC DE NOIR", BRUT NATURE, SUPER RESERVE 2016
Exclusively produced with Pinot Noir grapes. The harvest was hand-picked in mid-August. After gentle pressing of the whole bunches, fermentation began at 12ºC without the presence of the skins. It was aged for 42 months in stainless steel vats until it was bottled with immobilized yeast inoculation. Disgorgement was carried out after 34 months. 1,300 bottles were produced. Wine with a floral aroma, with some subtle fruit. Unctuous mouthfeel, notes of dried fruits, harmonious and challenging flavor. It goes well with a meal, from cheese and sausage starters to fish dishes, white meats and smoked dishes. Should be consumed at 6-8ºC.
Years of production: 2016
Awaiting new disgorgement in 2025
MOSCATEL SPARKLING WINE, BRUT, RESERVE 2018
Exclusively produced with Moscatel Graúdo grapes. The harvest was done by hand in mid-September. After gentle pressing of the whole bunches, fermentation began without the presence of the skins and with temperature control. Three months later, immobilized yeasts were inoculated for a second fermentation in the bottle. Disgorgement was carried out after 12 months. 1,300 bottles were produced. Wine of light color and fruity aroma. Very fine bubbles. Fresh flavor, with balanced acidity. Excellent as an aperitif, goes well with seafood, marinades, fish, Italian pasta and white meat. Should be drunk between 6 and 8ºC.
Years of production: 2018
On sale: 2018, disgorgement March 2023
SPARKLING "BLANC DE BLANC", BRUT NATURE, SUPER RESERVE 2019
Exclusively produced with Chardonnay grapes. The harvest was done by hand in mid-August. After destemming, crushing and gentle pressing of the grapes, fermentation of the must began without skins and under temperature control. Six months later, immobilized yeasts were inoculated. Disgorging was carried out after 34 months. 2,300 bottles were produced. Wine with an intense aroma, harmonious flavor with fruity notes, suggesting apricot and mango. Fine bubbles. Fresh flavor, with firm and balanced acidity. Excellent as an aperitif, goes well with oysters and other shellfish. Should be drunk between 6 and 8ºC.
Years of production: 2019
On sale: 2019, disgorgement March 2023