Description

Península of Setúbal, region where are located our wines, is characterized by a clime with great conditions. In this region, we have pozolitic and sandy soils, rich in water. With influences from Mediterranean and from the proximity of the Atlantic sea. This perfect harmony brings a great development to our noble grapes, perfectly adapted, that gives us marvellous quality wines.

 

Classification: Regional Peninsula of Setubal Wine

Type: Red Wine

Varieties: 100% Merlot

Soil: Sandy Pozolitic

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Characteristics

Colour: Grenade

Vinification: Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel vats at controlled temperature followed by long pelicular maceration.

Aging: 12 months in American and French oak barrels, followed by 4 months in bottles, before it is released on the market.

Taste: Taste of red berries and black fruits matured, notes of jam, large in the mouth, very lingering after taste.

Evolution: The quality improves during the first 10 years. This is being recommended maximum storage time.

Analysis

Alcohol Content: 14,0 % Vol.

Total Acidity: 5.6 gr. of tartaric acid

pH: 3.75

Recommendations

Recommended plates: Hunting plates, grilled meat and cheese.

Recommended Temperature: 16-18ºC

Conservation: Fresh place with bottle lying down.

Bottling Details

Bottle Capacity (ml) EAN Uni UPC Quantity of Bottles for Cases Liquid Weight of each Case (Kg) Brute Weight of each Case (Kg) Case EAN SCC Quantity of Cases for Palette Palette Weight (Kg)
750 ml 5603016004410 6 x 750 ml 4,5 Kg 9,2 Kg 15603016004417 70 644 Kg