CAL - Monte da Cal Red

Country: Portugal

Region: Alentejo

Type of Wine: Red

Grape Varieties: 40% Aragonez, 30% Trincadeira, 20% Alicante Bouschet and 10% Touriga Nacional

Classification: Regional Wine From Alentejo

Harvesting Year: 2013

Production: 300.000 bottles 750 ml

Oenologist: Osvaldo Amado

Vinification: Crush with total destemming, fermentation at 26°C, long and smooth skin maceration.

Maturation: 6 months in barrels and 2 months in bottle.

Consumption: 3 to 5 years

Analysis

Alcoholic strength: 13,5 vol.
Total acidity: 5,6 g/l
pH: 3,6
Sugar: < 5,0 g/l

Tasting Notes

Aspect: Limpid.
Colour: Intense ruby.
Aroma: Intense in red fruits, forest fruits nuances and dried fruits.
Palate: Fruity, soft, elegant and harmonious.

Serving suggestions: Ideal with dishes of Mediterranean, Chinese, Indian and African cuisine. Should be served at 18°C.

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