Pegões is distinguished by a unique “Terroir”. It is characterized by the combination of poor sandy soils rich in water, with the Mediterranean climate on the proximity of the Atlantic sea. This combination creates a perfect harmony, that brings a excellent environment to the development of our noble grapes.
Classification: Regional Wine
Type: Red
Grapes: Castelão 80%, Alicante Bouschet and aragonez 20%
Region: Península of Setúbal
Soil Type: Sandy Pozolitic
Color: Ruby
Aroma: While young it has a strong aroma of red berries. Evoluing to species after the second year.
Taste: Soft, with good quality tannin structure.
After Taste: Median persistence and pleasant after taste.
Vinification: Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel vats at control temperature followed by long pellicular maceration.
Aging: None
Evolution: Keep in very good conditions for 5 years.
Alcohol Content: 13%vol
Total Acidity: 5.0 gr.
pH: 3.60
Recommended plates: Hunting plates, meat plates e codfish plates.
Recommended Temperature: 16-18ºC
Conservation: Fresh place.
