Pour this one straight from the fridge and you get a glassful of sunshine. Lemon and ripe peach up front, a little white-flower lift, then a dry, mouthwatering snap that makes you want the next sip before you've finished this one. It's the bottle you grab when there's grilled fish on the jiko, the evening's warm, and you want something easy but actually interesting. Dry, fresh, fuss-free, and it overdelivers for what it is.
Smell it and you're in citrus and orchard territory: lemon zest, ripe peach, a bit of yellow apple, with a soft floral, white-blossom thing drifting over the top. The sip is light-to-medium bodied and smooth, fruit-forward but bone dry, no sweetness sneaking in. What makes it sing is the acidity, a crisp, juicy edge that keeps everything lively. It signs off with a gentle spicy tingle and a clean, lingering finish. Easy to love, not boring.
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Where it's from
This comes from Herdade do Esporão, one of the most iconic estates in Portugal's Alentejo, the warm, rolling wine country southeast of Lisbon. "Pé" means "foot" in Portuguese, a nod to the old tradition of treading grapes by foot. It's the easygoing entry into Esporão's range, made from local Alentejo grapes (Antão Vaz, Arinto and Perrum), fermented in stainless steel with no oak so the fruit stays bright and pure. Worth knowing: Esporão's vineyards are certified organic, so there's some serious farming behind this friendly little bottle.
Good to know
- What is the price of Pé Branco 75cl. 2020?
Pé Branco 75cl. 2020 is KSh 1,869 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does Pé Branco 2020 75cl taste like?
Dry and fresh, with lemon, ripe peach and white-blossom aromas, juicy citrus and orchard fruit on the palate, and a crisp, slightly spicy finish. Light-to-medium bodied and very easy to drink.
- What is the ABV of Pé Branco 2020?
It's 13% ABV, in a standard 750ml (75cl) bottle.
- Is Pé Branco sweet or dry?
It's dry. There's plenty of ripe fruit flavour, but no sugar, just bright acidity keeping it fresh.
- How should I serve it?
Well chilled, around 8 to 10°C, in a white-wine glass. An hour or two in the fridge does the trick. Great as an aperitif or with food.
- What food pairs with Pé Branco?
Grilled fish and shellfish are the classic match. It also loves prawns, grilled chicken, fresh salads and light, lemony, herby dishes.
- Where is Pé Branco from?
From Herdade do Esporão in the Alentejo region of Portugal. It's made from native grapes (Antão Vaz, Arinto and Perrum) and fermented in stainless steel for a fresh, unoaked style.
Pé Branco 75cl. 2020
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Pé Branco 75cl. 2020 price in Kenya
Buy Pé Branco 75cl. 2020 online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 1,869. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.