Boal/Bual Flashcards
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1
Q
What is the right name
A
Bual = English Boal = Portuguese
2
Q
Where is it grown
A
It is best grown on lower slopes on the south side of the island around Camara de Lobos and Funchal
3
Q
Is it common
A
No it is rare and fairly low yielding
4
Q
Acidity
A
High
5
Q
What about the sugar in its wines
A
2.5-3.5 Baume
45-63g/l RS
6
Q
Is it an easy wine to find
A
it’s probably the most difficult style to find
7
Q
What are its wines like
A
Dark, medium rich, raisiny but retain their acidic verve with age
8
Q
Interesting fact
A
It is known by the name Malvasia Fina in mainland Portugal
