Entre Pedras "Efusivo" Clarete, Azores, Portugal 2023

FROM THE LAB PORTO:

THE WINE: A vibrant wine that celebrates the unique volcanic character of Pico Island in the Azores. The wine is a threesome: 60% Merlot, 20% Syrah, and 20% Saborinho. All the grapes are sourced from old vines, their roots deeply embedded in the island's rich volcanic soil. This terroir, along with the cool Atlantic climate, shapes the grapes' character, promising a complex and captivating wine. The vinification process echoes the traditional methods used for white wines. The grapes are first foot-trodden, a gentle technique that extracts color and flavor without harsh tannins. Following pressing in a vertical stainless steel press, indigenous yeasts on the grape skins guide the fermentation process.

THE PRODUCER: Located on the volcanic island of Pico in the Azores archipelago, Entre Pedras wines are a story of friendship, passion, and a deep respect for the land. Born from the shared vision of André Ribeiro and Ricardo Pinto, university friends united by their love of wine, Entre Pedras strives to capture the essence of Pico in every bottle.