PORTADA | Reserva | IGP Lisboa | red blend 2020

Winemaker: José Neiva Correia

Country/ Region: Portugal/ Lisboa

Terroir: Quinta de Porto Franco / Alenquer

Grape Varieties: Shiraz 40%; Alicante Bouschet 30%; Touriga Nacional 10%; Caladoc 10%; Tannat 10%

Vinification method: Classic fermentation method with destemming and pre fermentative skin contact followed of the application of dry yeasts. Fermentation up to 30º C in the first 2/3, and lowering down to 20º C during the last 1/3. During the whole fermentative process, pumping over 2 times per day, using each time half of the volume contained in the vat. After the alcoholic fermentation, the cap is plunged for 30 days, and during that period, extraction of the gentle tannins is conducted, along with the malolactic fermentation and the natural stabilization of the wine. Wine is aged in French oak barrels from Seguin Moreau of 225 Lt for 3 months. The wine only goes to consumer after 1 month of ageing in the bottle.

Winemaker tasting notes: Bright, vibrant but elegant aroma to red berries and a few spice notes. It is a great wine, flavourful and velvety, which finishes elegant, intense and persistent.

Serving suggestions: Excellent on its own or as a complement of grilled meat dishes, stews, risottos, pasta, vegetarian cuisine, tapas, petiscos, cod dishes and dry cheeses. Serve at 16 to 18ºC.