Mountain Terroir — Monção and Melgaço
Génese
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.
- 100% Alvarinho
- Partial MLF
- Mixed Barrels
- Altitude Vineyards
TERROIR
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.
