Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Miolo Brut sparkling from Brazil!


Miolo Brut
50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay
Vale dos Vinhedos, Brazil


Sightly pink in color with aromas of delicate fruits like strawberry and cherry
Flavors of toasted bread with honey and apple, abound! Fine bubbles and finishing with  balanced acidity, a little bit creamy and pleasant.


The Vale dos Vinhedos is situated in the south Brazil, a region influenced by Italian immigrants with more than a century of experience.

Just like any other wine region, they have specific sites vineyards for certain grapes. There Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir are among there other amazing values!


Background on Brazil and wine...
Brazil has been developing an outstanding reputation for quality wine. Sparkling wines in particular are gaining attention and production in these grapes is expanding.
Brazil has consolidated as the fifth largest producer of wines in the southern hemisphere.
Fun fact, Brazil is 5th in wine production after Argentina, Australia, South Africa and Chile. Brazil is slated for strong growth in the next several years. Most of the growth is destined for there home market but export to other countries is also on a growth pattern.

Heavy investment has led to advancements in R&D with tons per acre down and quality up. These advancements will have Brazil gaining momentum for years to come.

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