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Wines produced only in exceptional years. Made from singular grape parcels from the estate vineyards that express the unique potential and character of the individual grape variety.
2013, Revista de Vinhos – Best in Portugal
Integrated Production (certified)
An extremely dry year, with rainfall concentrated between December and February. The period from March to August was hotter than average, resulting in an early vintage. With these higher temperatures during the growing season, most grapes were picked in very ripe conditions resulting in rich wines with body and depth.
SOIL TYPE
Deep and dark limestone and clay.
AVERAGE AGE OF VINES
10 years
Temperature controlled fermentation (28ºC) in small stainless steel tanks.
12 months aging in American oak barrels, 12 months bottle ageing before market release. Great ageing potential.
David Baverstock and Luís Patrão
Deep dense red.
Complex with earth and gamey notes and a touch of leather.
Rich and dense on the palate, ripe tannins, long and persistent.