Lento Geographic Wines Douro White 2023
Crisp dry white wine · Geographic Wines (produced by winemaker João Silva e Sousa and partners)
Vintage: 2023
Type
Crisp dry white wine
Producer
Geographic Wines (produced by winemaker João Silva e Sousa and partners)
Country
Portugal
Vintage
2023
Region & Appellation
Douro DOC, Portugal
Grape Varieties
Traditional Douro white varieties such as Viosinho, Rabigato, and Codega do Larinho
Color & Appearance
Pale straw with subtle greenish highlights, brilliant clarity, and light legs indicating a fresh, vibrant style
Aroma Profile
Fresh orchard fruits like green apple and white peach, complemented by citrus blossom, stony minerality, and a hint of herbal freshness
Tasting Notes
A lively and refreshing entry on the palate leading into a focused, mineral-driven mid-palate with bright citrus flavors. The finish is crisp, clean, and pleasantly persistent with a chalky edge.
Flavor Profile
Ripe lemon, crisp green apple, white peach, crushed stone, and subtle notes of wild herbs and wet slate
Body & Texture
Medium-bodied with a sleek, refreshing mouthfeel, balanced by a vibrant streak of acidity that keeps the wine agile and energetic
Acidity & Tannins
High, refreshing acidity that provides wonderful structural definition and mouth-watering tension
Sweetness Level
Bone dry with minimal residual sugar
Alcohol Content
12.5% ABV
Aging & Oak
Fermented and aged primarily in stainless steel tanks to preserve primary fruit purity and terroir expression without oak interference
Food Pairings
Grilled sardines, fresh oysters, ceviche, zesty green salads, and soft goat cheeses
Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a universal white wine glass. No decanting necessary.
Price Range
20 to 30 USD
Quality Assessment
An excellent, modern expression of Douro white wine, offering great purity, vibrant energy, and high value
Production Methods
Hand-harvested grapes, gentle whole-cluster pressing, temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation, and minimal intervention
Terroir
Schist-dominated soils of the Douro valley, high-altitude vineyards benefiting from cool nights and warm continental days
History & Heritage
Geographic Wines focuses on highlighting specific terroirs and native Portuguese grape varieties through minimal-intervention winemaking
Interesting Facts
The whimsical label features a rabbit riding a motorized snail with the number 7, playing on the word 'Lento' which means slow in Portuguese
Cellaring Potential
Best enjoyed in its youth over the next 2 to 3 years to fully appreciate its vibrant primary fruit and freshness
Similar Wines
Portuguese Vinho Verde, crisp Galician Albariño, or unoaked Spanish Godello