Deep, concentrated plummy-red tones; Complex aromas. Mature well integrated fruit, with hints of toast, spices and tobacco aromas from wood ageing; Full-flavoured, good concentration and soft tannins; Firm yet soft tannin structure, permitting further complexity and improvement in the bottle.

A perfect accompaniment to traditionally rich Alentejo and Mediterranean dishes.

climate

Continental-mediterranean’, characterized by a low-rainfall, semi-arid growing season and high daytime temperatures. Good summer and pre-harvest thermal amplitude.

soil

Magnesian sedimentary loam soils, ranging from sandy-loam to clay-loam with marked horizons.

vinification

Grape Varieties: Aragonez; Touriga Nacional; Trincadeira. Grapes are hand-selected on a purpose-built selection table; The fruit is instantly cooled to 10ºc on arrival at the winery; Musts are ‘cold-soaked’ for up to 2 days prior to fermentation; Innoculation with selected yeasts; Prolonged fermentation and maceration in ‘lagares’ (traditional open fermenters); Aged for 16 months in new French oak barriques; The best barrels were selected for to create this Reserve blend.