TERROIRAt Quinta de Covela we practice organic farming on the granitic soils that form a natural, South-facing amphitheatre of low-lying

terraces overlooking the right bank of the Douro river. Covela lies in the south easternmost corner of the Vinhos Verdes

demarcated region, on the borderline between the continental climate of inland Portugal and the maritime influences of the

Atlantic coast to the West.

TASTING NOTESColour: Bright, silver-straw colour.

Nose: Dominated by light florality, with notes of ripe lemon and minerality typical of Covela’s granitic soils.

Palate: Dry, yet rich and well-balanced with notes of stone fruit, particularly White peach and apricot, Vibrant and elegant

acidity. Long finish.

VINIFICATIONManual harvesting. Harvest organized by vineyard plots to ensure harvesting at the right time. Transport in small boxes to avoid

crushing. Spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel vats and fining with bentonite when necessary.

No use of enzymes. Aged on fine lees until mid-January, with batonnage. Light filtration.

AT TABLEEnjoy at a temperature between 8°C and 10°C. Ideal with grilled fish and seafood. With its youthful zest, this wine goes well with

various hors d'oeuvre or can be enjoyed without food, though never without the good company of family or friends.

COVELA EDIÇÃO NACIONAL AVESSO 2015

The name – Edição Nacional, or National Edition, is derived from the Portuguese grape variety used in this Vinho Verde – Avesso, whose origins are in the Covela region.

A fresh and lively wine with good, balanced acidity.

Lima & Smith, Lda. - Quinta de Covela, São Tomé de Covelas, 4640-211 BAIÃO, Portugal

Tel. +351 254 886 298 - Email info@covela.ptWWW.COVELA.PT

Winemaker: Rui Cunha - Viticulture: Gonçalo Sousa LopesAlcohol: 12,5% vol. - Acidity: 5,9 g/l - pH: 3,18 - Residual sugar: 2,3 g/l - Sulphites: 65 mg/l

Available in bottles of 0,75 L and 1,5 L.