Limited edition of 4800 bottles
Grape variety – 50% Aragonêz, 30% Touriga Nacional and 20% Castelão
Vintage – 2012
Region – Lisbon
Denomination – IG Lisboa
Type of soil – clay-limestone
Tasting notes − awesome red wine, made with the Portuguese Touriga Nacional, Aragonêz and Castelão grape varieties. Ruby red colour. Delicate and complex. The elegant fruity aroma of black currants is coupled smoothly with spicy aromas that add aromatic complexity. Good acidity gives freshness and induces longevity. A long, persistent finish
Winemaking − the grapes were de-stemmed, followed by fermentation for 8 days in stainless steel vats at the controlled temperature. Pre-fermentation maceration
Ageing – stage 12 months in French oak barrels with American oak top
Alcohol – 14%
Wine pairing − recommended for pairing with cheeses and meat dishes, in general, especially baked
Awards/Reviews − the silver medal on “Wines of Portugal Challenge 2015”; the bronze medal by “Decanter World Wine Awards 2015”
