Luis Seabra 2021 'Xisto Ilimitado' Branco, Douro DOC

Winemaking Notes:  A field blend of four varieties planted across three subzones in the Douro, Ilimitado is a survey of the schist-driven terroir. The vineyards are located in Cima Corgo. This is a subregion that experiences extreme highs and lows from a temperature standpoint, with some of the greatest day-night temperature deltas in Portugal. As such the fruit experiences extended hang-time. 90% of the blend is fermented in used barrel and 10% is fermented in stainless steel, all with indigenous wild yeast. The wine is then aged in 90% used barrel and 10% stainless steel with one year of lees contact and no battonage. This is minimal interventionist wine-making.

Tasting Notes: An extremely expressive peppery, lemony, and stony nose. The palate is dense, yet minerally and bright. Ripe pear and salted macadamia nuts; fresh flowers and flinty stone; this wine is hefty, yet balanced and bright.

Pair with a plain hamburger, buttery whitefish, or pasta with loads of olive oil and lemon zest.