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Special Edition Fortified 1998
Special Edition Fortified 1998
1998

Special Edition Fortified 1998

The Special Edition Fortified 1998 is the last wine of the 20th century from the Pico Island Wine Cooperative. Made from Verdelho grapes grown in vineyards located just a few meters from the sea. Aged in old oak casks for 25 years until it reached its peak maturity.
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Technical Info
Alcohol
16%
Total Acidity
7.60
Total Sugar
41 g/l
pH
3.18
Capacity
750 ml
Production Info
Year
1998
Variety

Verdelho

Produced Bottles
470

Vinification

Made from Verdelho grapes grown in vineyards planted in corrals just a few meters from the sea. Fermentation is interrupted by the addition of carefully selected wine brandy. Aged in old oak casks for 25 years until it reaches its peak maturity.

Bottled on July 26, 2025.

Tasting Notes

Bright appearance and topaz color. The aroma is complex and intense, yet fresh and harmonious, with notes of candied orange, citrus, toasted almonds, toffee, and a hint of iodine. It is a structured wine with clear acidity and a very persistent, salty finish.

Oenologist

Bernardo Cabral
Available in Restaurants
Technical Info
Alcohol
16%
Total Acidity
7.60
Total Sugar
41 g/l
pH
3.18
Capacity
750 ml
Production Info
Year
1998
Variety

Verdelho

Produced Bottles
470

Vinification

Made from Verdelho grapes grown in vineyards planted in corrals just a few meters from the sea. Fermentation is interrupted by the addition of carefully selected wine brandy. Aged in old oak casks for 25 years until it reaches its peak maturity.

Bottled on July 26, 2025.

Tasting Notes

Bright appearance and topaz color. The aroma is complex and intense, yet fresh and harmonious, with notes of candied orange, citrus, toasted almonds, toffee, and a hint of iodine. It is a structured wine with clear acidity and a very persistent, salty finish.

Enólogo

Bernardo Cabral

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