Palato do Côa Grande Reserva Tinto 2016

Grape Varieties: Old vines - Mix of traditional varieties on the same plots.

Tasting Note: Very elegant, complex and intense. Aromas of wild berry f ruits, spices, dark chocolate and vanillin. A beautifully balanced wine, the rich, full bodied palate has intense rich berries and spice flavours elegantly integrated with fine grained tannins.

Vinification: Manual triage is undertaken on a sorting table after which the grapes are destemmed and gently crushed. The grapes are relayed to the fermentation vats by a gravity process. Fermentation taking place between 26–28ºC. Maceration is very gentle and aimed at producing a wine intended for earlier drinking. Aged 18 months in french oak barrels.

Gastronomy: Ready for drinking now, its wonderful structure and great length suggest serious aging potential.Ideally serve between 16–18ºC. Try it with meat grilled, soft chese, etc.

Winemaker: Carloto Magalhães