The Story
Coche is without question our most exclusive white wine, but it is also a wine which aims to reach beyond the expression of its vineyards, region and provenance. The old vines and high altitude are the fundamental factors responsible for the success of this wine. Year after year the great challenge lies in achieving a balance between its body and acidity in order to create a fresh wine with a tremendous ageing potential.
Coche shows an intense and profound minerality. Its aromatic profile is deeply complex, with beautiful toasty notes from the barrels as well as subtle hints of herbs which complement the soft floral and citrusy aromas of the wine perfectly.
Region: Douro
Soil: Mica Schist
Vineyards: Several vineyards
Average Vine Age: Over 80 years
Blend: Rabigato, Códega do Larinho, Arinto and others
Vines/ha: 6500
Pruning Method: Guyot
Alt. from Sea Level: 600-750
Ageing: 12 month in French oak barrels (228 L) and 5 month in stainless steel vats
Alcohol: 12.5%
Food Suggestions: Oven backed fish, dishes with white meat. Vegetarian suggestions: pasta or noodle dishes with cheese.
Vintage 2018
After an extended drought, rain finally came to the Douro in spring 2018 in such quantities that there was some damaging erosion. Following that, summer was hot, and yields were consequently low, but the classic varieties thrived in the heat, producing deep, intense, fragrant wines.
