Génese is the origin; it symbolizes the roots of Manuel and Luís Cerdeira in Melgaço, their homeland.
Génese is from Monção and Melgaço, 100% Alvarinho grapes, carefully selected from vineyards in altitude. The winemaking process combines slow fermentation in stainless steel with partial malolactic fermentation and aging 20% of the wine in Mixtus Barrels—barrels crafted from different types of wood.
Valley protected by mountains with low maritime influence. High-altitude vineyards with hot, dry summers and cold winters. The diurnal range is high during ripening, with hot days and cool nights.
Maturation is slow in these high-altitude vineyards, preserving elegance and acidity.
Granite, low in clay and sandy. The soil is poor and acidic, shaping the wines with a high-acid profile.
It has a medium-intensity yellow color, a deep and complex aroma, and a fresh, rounded, and persistent flavour. It also boasts excellent aging potential.
