Antonio Portela Area Brava is a white wine made from 90% Espadeiro Blanco and 10% Albariñola by producer Antonio Portela in Galicia.
Antonio Portela Area Brava has been carefully crafted with a distinctive process that fuses tradition and modernity. Fifty percent of the vintage has undergone fermentation and aging in chestnut barrels, a period of 10 months that adds depth and complexity to its profile. The other half, 50%, has been fermented in stainless steel tanks, highlighting technical precision and preserving the inherent freshness.
This wine pays sincere homage to the sailors' wives, who grew not only grapes, but also turnip greens, cabbage and potatoes for home consumption. In each sip, the essence of this work is preserved, thus safeguarding the identity of Galicia's ancient Atlantic wines.
Antonio Portela Area Brava Tasting Notes
Antonio Portela Area Brava reveals itself in the glass with a fine personality and a marked regional expression. Its complexity is evident in every nuance, with notes that evoke the freshness of the Atlantic and the richness of its terroir. This wine, with its refined character, pays homage not only to the winemaking traditions, but also to the culinary heritage that has shaped its identity.
