Code Wine Bical White 2023, 0.75

Código Vinho Bical Branco 2023 - Indigenous Dão Grape Variety

Region: Dão, Portugal
Grape Variety: 100% Bical
Bottle: 0.75cl

About the Bical Grape Variety

Bical is an indigenous Portuguese white grape variety, almost exclusive to the Dão and Bairrada regions. It is known for its high natural acidity and its ability to produce structured, fresh wines with excellent longevity.

Tasting Notes

Bright, light straw yellow. Very complex and multi-layered aroma, with notes of stone fruit, hay, subtle toast, and hints of baking. Intense, full, and ample on the palate, with a remarkable balance between richness and crisp acidity. Long and textured finish.

Aromatic Profile

• Ripe stone fruit
• Notes of hay and cereals
• Subtle toast and baking
• Multi-layered complexity
• Marked crisp acidity

Food Pairings

• Fatty fish (salmon, tuna)
• Bacalhau à Brás or baked cod
• Grilled seafood
• Poultry with creamy sauces
• Semi-cured cheeses
• Risotto

Serving

Temperature: 10-12°C
Potential: Drink within the next 3-5 years

A structured and complex white wine that expresses the authenticity of the Dão's Bical grape variety!