Product details
After crushing, the grapes undergo a thermal shock followed by foot treading for four hours in granite lagares (traditional stone troughs). The must is transferred to small-capacity, temperature-controlled vats. The grapes are vinified separately. Aged in French oak barrels.
Grape Varieties:
Touriga Nacional,Touriga Franca,Tinta Barroca,Tinta Roriz
Tasting Notes:
Deep, complex nose with many aromatic nuances, without any aroma overpowering the others. On the palate, it is vibrant, with a great elegance, excellent integration of wood, surprising with its wide variety of flavours, and a very long finish.
Store and Serve Advices:
Ideal serving temperature: 16ºC to 18ºC.
Food Pairing:
This wine pairs well with red meats, roast beef, and grilled meats.
Allergens:
Contains sulphites.
Reviews and Awards:
. 96 points in Revista de Vinhos.
Disclaimer:
The photo shown is a copy of one of the bottles we have available for delivery. Keep in mind that the older the wine, the more likely the bottle will have some external dirt or slightly damaged labels. This does not mean, however, that the wine is not in a condition to be consumed.
The wines from our rarity zone are stored and air-conditioned in the most correct way so that the wine ages correctly in the bottle, but over time, the wine evolves and changes its characteristics.
We recommend that you carefully remove the cork and let the wine air for some time in order to release its natural aromas. Avoid decanting as it can be a very aggressive operation for old wines.
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