Product details
After gentle crushing with partial disengagement, a very intense vat maceration is followed during the period of alcoholic fermentation, with which it is desired to obtain the highest possible extraction of the quality constituents present in the films, at a controlled temperature of 28 ° C. During this phase, a strict control of the fermentation temperatures, the density, is carried out in order to select the ideal moment for the addition of the brandy, which is necessary to stop the fermentation and to "benefit" the wine. These two factors, decided by the winemaker on a case-by-case basis, determine the maceration time and its final residual sugar content. After the harvest the wine remains in the Douro, being subject, during the winter, to the first raft. During this, the necessary final adjustments of the alcohol content and acidity are made. He is transported to Porto during the following spring, entering the usual process of aging Port wine in oak vats. During this period, the wines are subject to numerous raffles, analysis and tests, which allow to accompany their aging, and act with stockings and corrections whenever the evidence determines. The final lot is obtained after careful selection of the wines, in the insistent demand of the best quality.
Grape Varieties:
Touriga Nacional,Touriga Franca,Tinta Roriz,Tinto Cão,Tinta Barroca
Tasting Notes:
Aroma of excellent complexity and intensity with salience for the iodized notes, the sea air, spiced pepper and cinnamon, balsamic the resin and slightly menthol and presence of red fruits and black fruits. In the mouth it has an excellent volume, good acidity, firm tannins well wrapped, spicy and red fruit notes and a very long and complex finish.
Store and Serve Advices:
Store horizontally at a ± 15º C, constant temperature. Best served at 15 - 18ºC.
Food Pairing:
It pairs well with chocolate-rich desserts, red fruit tarts and intense and creamy cheeses.
Allergens:
Contains sulphites.
Reviews and Awards:
. 92 points in CellarTracker;
. 91 points in Stephen Tanzer;
. 86 points in Wine Enthusiast Magazine;
. 16,5 points in Jancis Robinson;
. Silver medal International Wine Challenge 2015;
. Silver medal Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2016;
. Gold medal Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2015;
. Silver medal Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2014;
. Bronze medal Decanter World Wine Awards 2014;
. Silver medal Decanter World Wine Awards 2008;
. Silver medal Vinalies Internationales 2005.
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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