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Fiuza, Canto do Pedro Verdelho Reserva has a clear golden appearance with an inviting bouquet of tropical and citrus fruit balanced by subtle toasted oak notes. The palate is fresh and layered, with vibrant acidity and a rewarding lingering finish following the delicious initial taste. This is a wine of quiet charm, enjoy it as an aperitif, alongside soft cheeses, or paired with fish, white meat, seafood, and fresh salads. Serve at 11–13°C to experience it at its best.
| Grape | Verdelho |
| Style | Dry, White, Medium Bodied, Tropical and Citrus Fruit, Fresh, Layered, Food Friendly, Oak Aged |
| Country | Portugal |
| Region | Tejo |
| Volume | 75cl |
| ABV | 12.5% |
| Dietary | Vegetarian, Vegan |
Canto do Pedro is the name of one of Fiuza's vineyards in Bairro terroir. Indeed it is their oldest vineyard planted 35 years ago with French and Portuguese varieties. On the site there is a 100 year old solitary cork oak which was the inspiration for the label design
About the Producer
The Fiuza Family has been producing wine from their own vineyards for more than a century in two of their estates located in the Tejo Region. The father, Joaquim Mascarenhas Fiuza, of the current owners is responsible for raising the standards. Besides his family he had two passions: Winemaking and Sailing, and during his long life (he lived 102 years) he was able to develop both with a joie de vivre.
He achieved glory as a skilled sailor, competing in 3 Olympic Games, 4 World Cups, and 6 European Cups. Noteworthy accomplishments include the Bronze medal in 1952 Helsinki Olympics, two Golds at the 1957 and 1958 European Cups, 4th place in 1952 World Cup, and 9 National Championships.
Fiuza was also a pioneer in growing French grape varieties in Portugal, and specializes in mono-varietal wines. Their portfolio combines Portuguese and international grapes, sourced from two estates: Quinta da Requeixada and Quinta da Granja. The most prominent red varietals used are Touriga Nacional, Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah.
Vineyard and Winery
Fiuza, Canto do Pedro Verdelho Reserva has been produced using the indigenous Verdelho variety grown on clay and limestone soils.
In the winery the grapes were destemmed and pressed and fermented at 14°C in temperature controlled stainless steel vats. After fermentation the wine was aged on its lees in oak barrels with periodic battonage.