Quinta da Fonte do Ouro 2021 Dão Red Wine 75cl

Produced by Boas Quintas, at Quinta da Fonte do Ouro, in Nelas, this wine originates from the granitic soils of the Dão region and a high-altitude climate that favors freshness, elegance, and varietal expression.

🍇 Region: Dão.

👨‍🔬 Winemaker: Nuno Cancela de Abreu.

🌱 Grapes: Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro and Jaen.

🛠️ Winemaking: Fermentation with gentle maceration to extract color, aroma, and tannic balance.

⏳ Aging: Partial aging in used French oak, complemented by refinement in stainless steel.

🌿 Vineyards: Dão plots based on granitic soils, with good temperature variation and balanced ripening.

🧪 Analysis:
Alcohol content: 13%
Total acidity: 5.9 g/l
- pH: 3.60

👃 Organoleptic Test:
- Color: vibrant ruby.
- Aroma: ripe red fruit, cherry, and light spicy and toasted notes.
- Palate: fresh, smooth and elegant, with polished tannins and a persistent finish.

⏳ Potential for Development: 4 to 5 years.

🍽️ Serving temperature: Serve between 16 and 18 ºC. Pairs well with red meats, roasts, and traditional Portuguese cuisine.