Coelheiros Tinto 2022

This wine originates from the vineyards of Taco, Alto, and Choupal, located at an average altitude of 300 meters. The soils are of granitic origin and have a clay-sandy texture. The vineyards are mainly trained using bilateral cordon, which optimizes both the sun exposure of the grapes and the ventilation of the leaves, providing good ripening as well as excellent fruit health. We adopted organic farming practices in 2017, evolving into biodynamics in 2020, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and promoting soil regeneration.

Grape Varieties: 50% Touriga Nacional and 50% Touriga Franca.

Tasting Notes: Expressive notes of forest fruits stand out, with slight hints of spices from barrel aging. In the mouth, it reveals itself to be elegant and fresh, with fine tannins and balanced acidity that provide liveliness and structure to the whole. The finish is long and persistent.

Vinification: The grapes were handpicked in 25 kg crates and transported to the winery, where they were destemmed. Alcoholic fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at a temperature of 26-27°C. After fermentation was complete, the wine underwent post-fermentation maceration for 5 days. Malolactic fermentation occurred naturally in stainless steel tanks, and then the wine was transferred to used French oak barrels where it remained for 12 months.

Ageing: 12 months in used French oak barrels.

Ageing Potential: 5/8 Years

Winemaker: Luís Patrão