Region: Douro
Soil: Schistous
Grape Varieties: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Tinto Cão
Winemaker: Elisete Beirão
Vinification: Wine fermented after partial destemming at controlled temperature (24-28ºC), when must reached the desired sweetness value, fermentation was interrupted by the addiction of brandy (77%); ageing in oak wood barrels for a minimum period of seven years, in our warehouses in Vila Nova de Gaia, till bottling.
Tasting Notes: Dark brick color. e aroma is complex, showing up slightly spicy notes with a smooth,elegant blend of dried apricot and honey. The palate has soft tannins with pleasant and long end.
Alcoholic Contents: 20 % vol.
Total Acidity: 4,05 g/dm3
Residual Sugar Content: 102 g/dm3
Preservation: 10-18º C in a dry and airy place
Temperature
10 / 12ºC