Colinas do Douro Quinta Extrema Ensaios Extremes Touriga Francesa 2020 Douro Red Wine 75cl

The Ensaios Extremes line reveals the most experimental and distinctive side of Quinta da Extrema, through grape varieties vinified in their pure form.

🍇 Region: Upper Douro, in plots at approximately 430 meters altitude.

👨‍🔬 Winemaker: Jorge Rosa Santos and Rui Lopes.

🌱 Grapes: Touriga Francesa.

🛠️ Winemaking: Hand-harvested in 20 kg boxes, cold maceration for 48 hours in stainless steel and controlled fermentation. Part of the malolactic fermentation takes place in new French oak barrels.

⏳ Aging: 18 months in barrels, some new and some used, followed by about 1 year in the bottle.

🌿 Vineyards: High-altitude plots in transitional soil between granite and schist.

👃 Organoleptic Test:

• Color: deep ruby.
• Aroma: red and black fruit, delicate floral notes and subtle spice.
• Palate: elegant, fresh, structured and very precise on the finish.

⏳ Potential for Evolution: It has the structure and balance to evolve very well in the bottle.

🍽️ Serving temperature: Serve between 16ºC and 18ºC. Pairs well with roasted meats, oven-baked dishes, game, and aged cheeses.