Quinta do Cidrô Pinot Noir Tinto 2021

Pinot Noir is considered by most the best grape variety in the world, however it is certainly the most dificult to work with. With a small bundle, low yield, a thin and sensitive skin, this renowned French variety has been one of the biggest viticulture and winemaking challenges since its plantation in 2001. This Quinta de Cidrô Pinot Noir demonstrates a different facet than usual as it unites the elegance and finesse of this French Variety, with the structure, minerality and acidity of the Douro.

Grape Varieties: Pinot Noir

Tasting Notes: A beautiful ruby colour reveals a well-structured and powerful Pinot Noir, showing typical varietal notes of cherry and gooseberry in harmony with nuances of vanilla and gentle oak. Intense fruit on a long and lasting finish, enhanced when decanted one hour before serving.

Fermentation and Maturation: A careful selection of the grapes is made in the Pinot Noir parcels to pick grapes at different levels of maturation and yield production in order to achieve the best possible balance and maximise varietal expression in terms of level of acidity and fruit character. Once the grapes arrive at the winery they are partially hand de-stemmed. During fermentation, the traditional method of “pushing down the cap” is operated in a manual function without used of any pump, in order to allow a soft extraction and to get delicate aromas. The maturation occurs for 12 months in used French oak barriques.

Food Pairing: Goatling, Black Truffle, Veal Braised in Red Wine, Tuna Steak. Best served at a temperature of 16ºC to 18ºC. Drink now or cellar for 10 years.

Winemaker: Jorge Moreira