Region: The grapes of this wine come from the sunny hillside of the ancient land Provezende, located on the South facing slopes of the Douro Valley at 200m.
Terroir: Schistus soil, rugged terrain, nearness to water and ideal solar exposure.
Variety: 40% Touriga Franca, 40% Tinta Roriz.
Production: 4.266 bottles.
Vinification: in stainless vats with temperature control of 26º C
Aging: 50 % of the final blend aged in french oak barrels of 225 l during 6 months.
Analytic Values:
Alcohol: 14,50%
pH: 3,68
Total Acidity: 4,80 g/L
Volatile Acidity: 0,60
Residual Sugar: 2,9 g/L
Tasting Notes: Deep dark rubi colour. Intense aromas of dark berry fruits and cherries, but also “toasted” wood
notes and spices. Excelent concentration combining freshness and elegance.
Winemaker: Jean-Hugues Gros