Designation: DOC Alentejo “Escolha”
Soil: Sandy red clay with quartz.
Vinification: Handpicked grapes. 10 Days maceration. Temperature controlled fermentation.
Ageing: At least 18 months ageing in French oak.
Grape varieties: 60% Alfrocheiro, 20% Touriga Nacional, 10% Tinta Caiada and 30% Trincadeira.
Tasting notes
Colour: Dark reed.
Aroma: Fruit cocktail of red berries, prunes and raisins.
Taste: Ripe, sweet tannins with spice notes.
Analysis
Alcohol content: 15,0 %
Total sugar: 2,3 g/l
Total acidity: 5.9 g/l
pH: 3,62
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