Wines & Others, Red, 750 ml
- SAQ Code
- 12185647
- Designation of origin
- Douro
- Producer
- Vallegre - Cabral
- Degree of alcohol
- 13.50%
- Grape variety
- Touriga Nacional (25%), Touriga Franca (25%), Tinta Roriz (20%), Sousão (20%), Barroca (5%), Tinto Cão (5%)
- Vintage
- 2018
Vinification
Hand harvested, total harvest stemming. Low temperature fermentation in stainless steel tanks with daily pumping.
Part of the harvest is fermented in stone bins called “Lagares”. Aged in French oak barrels for 15 months.
Taste
Dark ruby color, complex nose bursting with black fruits, eucalyptus, mint and vanilla.
Powerful attack, silky tannins, long finish with notes reminiscent of fruit soaked in brandy.
Cocktails and pairings
Braised wild meat in Burgundy-style sauce, duck breast with Porto.
Awards
- Silver medal – Coupe des Nations 2017
- Commended – Decanter 2017
- Silver medal – New York International Wine Competition 2016
- Gold medal – Sélections Mondiales des vins du Canada 2016
- Silver medal — China Wine & Spirits Awards 2015
- Bronze medal — Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2015
- Silver medal — San Francisco Interantional Wine Competition 2015
- Silver medal — Coupe des Nations 2015
- Silver medal — Sélections Mondiales des Vins du Canada 2015
