Passa
Red
- 2021
- 2020
- 2018
- 2017
Terroir
Appellation
Douro Doc - Sub-region of Cima Corgo
Rio Pinhão Valley
Vineyard description
Altitude: 100 to 350 mts
Soil: Schist
Plantation system: Terraces, vinha ao alto and traditional old walls
Harvest: from 26th August to 8th OctoberVinification
The wine was vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel conical vats at a temperature of 25-27ºC. Gentle pumping over was carried out four times a day. It also underwent malolactic fermentation in stainless steel vats.
Grape varieties
35% Touriga Francesa, 30% Tinta Roriz, 15% Tinta Barroca, 10% Touriga Nacional, 10% Tinto Cão
Maturing
The wine was aged for 11 months in seasoned French oak barrels of 225 litres.
Tasting notes
This wine presents a vivid red colour. On the nose, it reveals ripe fruits aromas followed by some floral and vanilla notes. On the palate, it is a very well-balanced and fresh wine with a long and very tasty finish.
Wine analyses
Alcohol: 14.5%
Total Sugar: 0.99 g/l
Total Acidity: 5.9 g/l
pH: 3.38Bottling date
April 2023
