2021 Mouraz Dao Branco

A little-known Portuguese variety, Encruzado tends toward the fuller end of the spectrum. Call it the locals' answer to Chardonnay. The effect here is definitely tropical - richly textured, with guava and passion fruit coming through, though some pear and melon notes even give way to a firm yet understated mineral note on the finish. Does that make sense? No?! Okay, let's try this - the wine is friggin delicious!