Product details
Originating from old vines, the grapes were strictly controlled during the maturation process and harvested in small quantities. After the grapes de-stemming and crushing, the alcoholic fermentation began. It was performed for about 10 to 15 days at a controlled temperature of 24ºC in order to extract the greatest aromas and flavours of the grapes. To increase the polyphenolic complexity, the flavours of the tannins and the wine’s structure, the wine remained in the vat for a post-fermentative maceration process. The malolactic fermentation was then performed in stainless steel vats. In order to increase the wine’s organoleptic characteristics, it aged for 12 months in 3rd and 4th year French oak barrels and wooden barrels. Then wine then aged for another 6 months in the bottle stored in a cellar.
Grape Varieties:
Aragonêz,Trincadeira,Castelão,Alicante Bouschet
Tasting Notes:
Clear aspect and ruby colour with red nuances. The aroma is fine and elegant with notes of black fruits, jam and white chocolate. The flavour is soft, with a slight astringency, and balanced. Tannins are fruity, soft and structured. Elegant finish.
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:
Ideal to accompany red meats cooked in the oven, game or traditional desserts.
Allergens:
Contains sulphites.
Reviews and Awards:
. 90 points in Revista de Vinhos;
. 17 points in Vinho Grandes Escolhas;
. Bronze medal International Wine Challenge 2014 (Other vintages);
. Bronze medal International Wine & Spirit Competition 2013 (Other vintages);
. Commended International Wine Challenge 2013 (Other vintages);
. Gold medal Mundus Vini 2013 (Other vintages);
. Bronze medal Challenge International du Vin 2011 (Other vintages);
. Silver medal Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2011 (Other vintages);
. Bronze medal Decanter World Wine Awards 2011 (Other vintages);
. Bronze medal International Wine & Spirit Competition 2011 (Other vintages);
. Gold medal Vinalies Internationales 2011 (Other vintages);
. Silver medal (Best In Class) International Wine & Spirit Competition 2008 (Other vintages);
. Bronze medal International Wine Challenge 2008 (Other vintages);
. Silver medal Mundus Vini 2007 (Other vintages).
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