2023 Insula Vinus, IG Acores, Chao de Lava aa

The 2023 "Chão de Lava" from Insula Vinus is a striking white wine made from the indigenous Arinto dos Açores grape, grown in the extreme maritime terroir of the Azores archipelago. Sourced from vineyards planted directly on volcanic bedrock on Pico Island, the vines are protected from harsh Atlantic winds by traditional stone walls known as 'currais'. The Insula Vinus project is dedicated to capturing the essence of this singular place, employing minimal intervention to preserve the grape's unique character and the terroir's profound mineral signature. This bottling offers a compelling and authentic taste of one of the world's most challenging and distinctive viticultural areas, defined by its saline minerality and volcanic soul.