Product details
This wine, born in the old, mixed planted vineyards from the estate, at altitudes from 100 to 380 meters, respecting nature and following a sustainable viticulture, shows the full potential of old vine Douro fruit to produce wines of great elegance, complexity and structure, with capacity for long term bottle development. Hand picked and bunch selected on a sorting table, destemmed and gently crushed, fermented in granite lagares with temperature control (25 – 28ºC) and foot treading, basket pressing . Maturation of 12 months ageing in a mix of French and American oak barrels.
Grape Varieties:
Tinta Roriz,Tinta Amarela,Tinta Barroca,Touriga Nacional,Touriga Franca,Sousão
Tasting Notes:
Dense, almost opaque, purple edges colour. Mature blue and blackberry aromas fruit aromas with subtle dark chocolate notes. Opulent and compact with elegant fruit notes and subtle oak. Well balanced and structured for bottle ageing.
Store and Serve Advices:
Serve at 16-17ºC. This wine can be consumed immediately after bottling or it can be stored for at least 10 years.
Food Pairing:
This wine finely accompanies red meats, roast beef and grilled meats.
Allergens:
Contains sulphites.
Reviews and Awards:
. 94 points in Wine Enthusiast Magazine;
. 91 points in Robert Parker;
. 17,5 points in Revista de Vinhos;
. 17,5 points in Vinho Grandes Escolhas;
. Gold medal Mundus Vini 2018;
. Grand Gold medal Mundus Vini 2017 (Other vintages);
. Bronze medal Decanter World Wine Awards 2015 (Other vintages);
. Bronze medal Decanter World Wine Awards 2014 (Other vintages);
. Bronze medal International Wine & Spirit Competition 2014 (Other vintages);
. Silver medal International Wine Challenge 2014 (Other vintages);
. Bronze medal Decanter World Wine Awards 2013 (Other vintages).
Disclaimer:
This product may include a wooden or a cardboard outer box. If so, we will include the outer box and pack it in a way to avoid any type of breakage during transport. However, we cannot be held responsible for damage to the outer box, as only the product as shown in the images is insured. If you have any specific instructions or questions about the box, please contact our customer service team and we will do our best to fulfill your request.
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