Symington Family Estates

Discover Quinta da Fonte Souto Taifa White, an exceptional wine expression originating in the Portalegre region, in Alentejo. Acquired in 2017 by the famous Symington family, the Quinta da Fonte Souto property proves to be this family's first winery project outside the Douro, standing out for its cool microclimate and unique soils that favor the production of distinct, high-quality wines. Taifa White is a premium selection from the property, the result of a highly selective harvest from the oldest plots, with the aim of capturing vibrant acidity and perfect integration with new wood, promoting exceptional longevity of the wine. This wine is born from tradition and innovation, marking the beginning of a new era for Quinta da Fonte Souto. Aged for 11 months in new French and Hungarian oak barrels, Taifa White has a seductive scent of honeysuckle, complemented by maritime notes and vanilla, and a rich palate with flavors of apricot, quince and touches of honey. The citrus acidity balances the rich texture, promising an elegant evolution in the bottle. Ideal for storing or enjoying now, this wine is perfect to accompany special moments or refined dishes.

80% of the lot aged in second year French oak barrels for 14 months. The grapes are harvested into small boxes and received in the property's cellar. The grapes are harvested into small boxes and received in the property's cellar. Manual sorting is followed by destemming and gentle crushing, after which the grapes are transferred to fermentation vessels using a peristaltic pump. Fermentations are followed individually and temperatures and maceration movements are adjusted in order to maximize the potential of the grapes. A period of post-fermentation maceration is carried out to promote the extraction of tannins from the seeds — complementary to the tannins from the skins — in order to favor the structure and accentuate the aging potential. Wide aromatic expression: forest floor, bush, pine needles and discreet fennel notes, later giving way to black fruits (blackberry, blueberry), black plum and traces of licorice. In the mouth some chocolate, mushroom/truffle and hint of smoked, showing the good integration of the barrel. Monumental in the mouth, with several layers providing fascinating complexity. Refined tannins combine with good acidity (discreet, but present), enhancing the formidable structure. Eminently gastronomic wine with great potential for long aging.