The WINES from RIBATEJO
The reputation enjoyed by the Wines produced in the Ribatejo area reaches back to the year 1170, when Dom Afonso Henrique (first King of Portugal) recognised their importance in the socio-economic activities of Santarém in the city’s founding document. During the 14th and 15th Centuries, Dom Pedro, Dom Afonso V and Dom João II, concerned themselves with their protection – each announcing a series of protective measures. In 2000 the Ribatejo obtain the best wine certification in Portugal, DOC (Denominação de Origem Controlada), certification that strengthens the Ribatejo wines.
The Ribatejo wines, both white and red, are born in the soils of the Lezíria, Charneca and Bairro regions – it is in their river-washed fields that the grapes gain most in flavour.
The reputation enjoyed by the Wines produced in the Ribatejo area reaches back to the year 1170, when Dom Afonso Henrique (first King of Portugal) recognised their importance in the socio-economic activities of Santarém in the city’s founding document. During the 14th and 15th Centuries, Dom Pedro, Dom Afonso V and Dom João II, concerned themselves with their protection – each announcing a series of protective measures. In 2000 the Ribatejo obtain the best wine certification in Portugal, DOC (Denominação de Origem Controlada), certification that strengthens the Ribatejo wines.
The Ribatejo wines, both white and red, are born in the soils of the Lezíria, Charneca and Bairro regions – it is in their river-washed fields that the grapes gain most in flavour.
I –QUINTA DA ALORNA
The history of the Quinta da Alorna backs to the eighteenth century, where several generations of families had intertwined and lived here, enriching and enjoying the property. Speaking of the Quinta da Alorna, once Quinta de Vale de Nabais, is talking about old memories that from generation to generation are being recalled at the solar chimney, the cosy place that so many owners already knew… We talk about battles and conquests in a far away India, losses and wins, suffering awards, and praise… Times of rajahs, kings and poets, times of political exiles, traders and farmers, enjoying the looking over the Lezíria (meadowlands).
Enjoy a wine is an art that each individual can develop. As we drink wine and read and talked about them, the ability to distinguish their different characteristics develops itself naturally.
QUINTA DA ALORNA CHARDONNAY RESERVE
The world’s best known white grape, Chardonnay, grows particularly well in Ribatejo, giving a very high quality fruit.
Appellation: Regional Wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: white
Alcohol: 13,50%
Variety
Chardonnay, 100%.
Vinification
Light pelicular maceration followed by fermentation in Inox vats.
Ageing
The pure must was left sur lie for 3 mouths in new French oak barrels, and to ensure full flavour complexities was stirred with bâtonnage (in the classic manner).
Evolution
Keep in very good conditions for 4 years.
Colour
Gold yellow.
Aroma
Complex aroma with a profusion mature and dry fruits and a hint of vanilla and lyches on the nose, typical of a Chardonnay.
Notes of taste
Creamy, balanced structure and full in the mouth, very smooth, with a hint of vanilla from the oak casks. Pleasant and persistent ending.
Recommendations
It should be served between 10-12ºC.
Suggestions
This wine is a best matched with white meats, pastas and soft cheeses, as well as with fishes at the oven, where it shows it’s class and fine breeding.
The history of the Quinta da Alorna backs to the eighteenth century, where several generations of families had intertwined and lived here, enriching and enjoying the property. Speaking of the Quinta da Alorna, once Quinta de Vale de Nabais, is talking about old memories that from generation to generation are being recalled at the solar chimney, the cosy place that so many owners already knew… We talk about battles and conquests in a far away India, losses and wins, suffering awards, and praise… Times of rajahs, kings and poets, times of political exiles, traders and farmers, enjoying the looking over the Lezíria (meadowlands).
Enjoy a wine is an art that each individual can develop. As we drink wine and read and talked about them, the ability to distinguish their different characteristics develops itself naturally.
QUINTA DA ALORNA CHARDONNAY RESERVE
The world’s best known white grape, Chardonnay, grows particularly well in Ribatejo, giving a very high quality fruit.
Appellation: Regional Wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: white
Alcohol: 13,50%
Variety
Chardonnay, 100%.
Vinification
Light pelicular maceration followed by fermentation in Inox vats.
Ageing
The pure must was left sur lie for 3 mouths in new French oak barrels, and to ensure full flavour complexities was stirred with bâtonnage (in the classic manner).
Evolution
Keep in very good conditions for 4 years.
Colour
Gold yellow.
Aroma
Complex aroma with a profusion mature and dry fruits and a hint of vanilla and lyches on the nose, typical of a Chardonnay.
Notes of taste
Creamy, balanced structure and full in the mouth, very smooth, with a hint of vanilla from the oak casks. Pleasant and persistent ending.
Recommendations
It should be served between 10-12ºC.
Suggestions
This wine is a best matched with white meats, pastas and soft cheeses, as well as with fishes at the oven, where it shows it’s class and fine breeding.
QUINTA DA ALORNA RED RESERVE
Appellation: Regional Wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: red
Alcohol: 13,50%
Appellation: Regional Wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: red
Alcohol: 13,50%
Variety
Touriga Nacional and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Vinification
The productions of these 2 varieties are reduced, which were controlled by weeding at green in the vineyard bunches. The well matured grapes remain 2 days in pelicular maceration to extract more aromas, followed by the malolatic fermentation at a controlled temperature of 26ºC. Before bottled, albumen are added to the final lot.
Ageing
The wine stages 12 months in French oak barrels.
Evolution
The quality improves during the first 8 years. This is being recommended maximum storage time.
Colour
Purple.
Aroma
Intense aroma of violets and raspberries from Touriga, with spices at the nose from Cabernet, and a complexity given by the stage at the wood.
Notes of taste
Balanced body and round at the mouth, with a strong floral and black fruits character. Intense and very persistent ending.
Recommendations
It should be served between 16º and 18ºC.
Suggestions
This wine is an excellent match to fur hunting plates, goat, lamb and other condimental meats.
Touriga Nacional and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Vinification
The productions of these 2 varieties are reduced, which were controlled by weeding at green in the vineyard bunches. The well matured grapes remain 2 days in pelicular maceration to extract more aromas, followed by the malolatic fermentation at a controlled temperature of 26ºC. Before bottled, albumen are added to the final lot.
Ageing
The wine stages 12 months in French oak barrels.
Evolution
The quality improves during the first 8 years. This is being recommended maximum storage time.
Colour
Purple.
Aroma
Intense aroma of violets and raspberries from Touriga, with spices at the nose from Cabernet, and a complexity given by the stage at the wood.
Notes of taste
Balanced body and round at the mouth, with a strong floral and black fruits character. Intense and very persistent ending.
Recommendations
It should be served between 16º and 18ºC.
Suggestions
This wine is an excellent match to fur hunting plates, goat, lamb and other condimental meats.
II – FALCOARIA WINES
At Casal Branco tradition makes sense in the future, and one can say that in the case of our brand Falcoaria the tradition is still what it used to be: quality and recognition living together.
With a past that take us back to 1775 the Quinta do Casal Branco Estate has made history in the art of Wine making and in the breeding and training of Pure Lusitano Horses.
At Casal Branco tradition makes sense in the future, and one can say that in the case of our brand Falcoaria the tradition is still what it used to be: quality and recognition living together.
With a past that take us back to 1775 the Quinta do Casal Branco Estate has made history in the art of Wine making and in the breeding and training of Pure Lusitano Horses.
FALCOARIA RED WINE
Appellation: Red DOC Ribatejo
Demarcated Region: Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: red
Alcohol: 13,00%
Variety
Castelão and Trincadeira.
Vineyard
An 80 years old vineyard.
Vinification
Hand harvested grapes with an exceptional concentration from an 80 years old vineyard. It is fermented in the lagares, using the process of foot stepping.
Ageing
The wine is aged in French oak barrels and for 4 months in the bottle.
Evolution
To drink now or to age for some years in the bottle.
Colour
Ruby colour.
Aroma
Deep and intense fresh aroma rich in blackberries.
Appellation: Red DOC Ribatejo
Demarcated Region: Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: red
Alcohol: 13,00%
Variety
Castelão and Trincadeira.
Vineyard
An 80 years old vineyard.
Vinification
Hand harvested grapes with an exceptional concentration from an 80 years old vineyard. It is fermented in the lagares, using the process of foot stepping.
Ageing
The wine is aged in French oak barrels and for 4 months in the bottle.
Evolution
To drink now or to age for some years in the bottle.
Colour
Ruby colour.
Aroma
Deep and intense fresh aroma rich in blackberries.
Notes of taste
Rich in blackberries with an elegant and persistent taste where the oak is harmoniously blended.
Recommendations
Recommended to be opened one hour before served. Serve at 18ºC.
Suggestions
Perfect to be served with some spicy meat and fish dishes, cheese and pasta.
Rich in blackberries with an elegant and persistent taste where the oak is harmoniously blended.
Recommendations
Recommended to be opened one hour before served. Serve at 18ºC.
Suggestions
Perfect to be served with some spicy meat and fish dishes, cheese and pasta.
FALCOARIA WHITE WINE
Appellation: Red DOC Ribatejo
Demarcated Region: Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: white
Alcohol: 12,50%
Variety
Fernão Pires 100%.
Vineyard
25 years old vines planted in well-drained sandy soils.
Vinification
Its vinification is made with the most modern techniques and with a precise control of fermentation temperatures. Fermented in French oak barrels.
Ageing
A percentage of the lot is left sur lie for 6 months in new French oak barrels, and to ensure full flavour complexities is stirred with bâtonnage (in the classic manner).
Colour
Pale straw colour.
Aroma
Young and fruity aroma, good balanced, persistent and complex, highlighting the fruit aroma typical of the variety from which is made.
Notes of taste
Pleasant combination of fruit, elegance and freshness. Some maturity with youthful green highlights and persistent flavour.
Recommendations
Serve fresh between 8 and 10ºC.
Suggestions
Perfect to be served with light meals, sauced white meat or fish dishes, pasta or seafood.
Appellation: Red DOC Ribatejo
Demarcated Region: Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: white
Alcohol: 12,50%
Variety
Fernão Pires 100%.
Vineyard
25 years old vines planted in well-drained sandy soils.
Vinification
Its vinification is made with the most modern techniques and with a precise control of fermentation temperatures. Fermented in French oak barrels.
Ageing
A percentage of the lot is left sur lie for 6 months in new French oak barrels, and to ensure full flavour complexities is stirred with bâtonnage (in the classic manner).
Colour
Pale straw colour.
Aroma
Young and fruity aroma, good balanced, persistent and complex, highlighting the fruit aroma typical of the variety from which is made.
Notes of taste
Pleasant combination of fruit, elegance and freshness. Some maturity with youthful green highlights and persistent flavour.
Recommendations
Serve fresh between 8 and 10ºC.
Suggestions
Perfect to be served with light meals, sauced white meat or fish dishes, pasta or seafood.
III – QUINTA DA LAGOALVA DE CIMA WINES
Its long history as a wine producer can be seen from the fact that in 1888 it was present at the Portuguese Industrial Exhibition with 600 wine casks. The estate, which formerly belonged to the 2nd Duke of Palmela, has passed to his descendants and is now the property of Sociedade Agrícola da Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima, S.A. The 4th Duke of Palmela introduced horses and bulls to the estate in 1909. The estate's Lusitano horses were bred from brood mares of the National Stud (Coudelaria Nacional), later improved with the use of stallions from the stud owned by Manuel Tavares Veiga.
LAGOALVA DE CIMA WINE – TOURIGA NACIONAL AND TINTA RORIZ (RED)
Appellation: Regional wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: red
Alcohol: 13,50%
Variety
Tinta Roriz (50%) and Touriga Nacional (50%).
Vineyard
Old vines planted in well-drained sandy soils.
Vinification
Fermentation in stainless steel vats under low controlled temperature.
Ageing
This wines staged for 7 months in French oaks casks.
Colour
Purple.
Aroma
The typical floral notes of Touriga Nacional predominate, counterbalanced with the savoury notes of Tinta Roriz.
Notes of taste
It is rich and firm in the mouth with fresh fruits, good tannins, a good overall harmony and a long finish.
Recommendations
Recommended to be opened one hour before served. Serve between 18º and 20ºC.
Suggestions
It matches perfectly with roast meats, cheeses and pasta.
Its long history as a wine producer can be seen from the fact that in 1888 it was present at the Portuguese Industrial Exhibition with 600 wine casks. The estate, which formerly belonged to the 2nd Duke of Palmela, has passed to his descendants and is now the property of Sociedade Agrícola da Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima, S.A. The 4th Duke of Palmela introduced horses and bulls to the estate in 1909. The estate's Lusitano horses were bred from brood mares of the National Stud (Coudelaria Nacional), later improved with the use of stallions from the stud owned by Manuel Tavares Veiga.
LAGOALVA DE CIMA WINE – TOURIGA NACIONAL AND TINTA RORIZ (RED)
Appellation: Regional wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: red
Alcohol: 13,50%
Variety
Tinta Roriz (50%) and Touriga Nacional (50%).
Vineyard
Old vines planted in well-drained sandy soils.
Vinification
Fermentation in stainless steel vats under low controlled temperature.
Ageing
This wines staged for 7 months in French oaks casks.
Colour
Purple.
Aroma
The typical floral notes of Touriga Nacional predominate, counterbalanced with the savoury notes of Tinta Roriz.
Notes of taste
It is rich and firm in the mouth with fresh fruits, good tannins, a good overall harmony and a long finish.
Recommendations
Recommended to be opened one hour before served. Serve between 18º and 20ºC.
Suggestions
It matches perfectly with roast meats, cheeses and pasta.
LAGOALVA DE CIMA WINE – ARINTO AND CHARDONNAY (WHITE)
Appellation: Regional wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: white
Alcohol: 13,20%
Appellation: Regional wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: white
Alcohol: 13,20%
Variety
Arinto (50%) and Chardonnay (50%).
Vineyard
Old vines planted in well-drained sandy soils.
Vinification
50% was fermented in French oak barrels with bâtonnage in refrigerated chambers with controlled temperature of 16ºC, while the other 50% was fermented in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 16ºC.
Ageing
This wines staged for 6 months in French and American oaks casks.
Colour
Yellow.
Aroma
Strong aroma of fresh fruits from the Arinto variety, with a dry fruits and creamy touch from the Chardonnay.
Notes of taste
Fresh flavour, medium structure and very well balanced. The freshness of Arinto blends perfectly with the Chardonnay maturation and the elegance of the wood. Persistently fresh ending.
Recommendations
It should be served at 12ºC.
Suggestions
It matches perfectly with white roast meats and fishes at the oven with sauces, where it shows its class and fine breeding.
Arinto (50%) and Chardonnay (50%).
Vineyard
Old vines planted in well-drained sandy soils.
Vinification
50% was fermented in French oak barrels with bâtonnage in refrigerated chambers with controlled temperature of 16ºC, while the other 50% was fermented in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 16ºC.
Ageing
This wines staged for 6 months in French and American oaks casks.
Colour
Yellow.
Aroma
Strong aroma of fresh fruits from the Arinto variety, with a dry fruits and creamy touch from the Chardonnay.
Notes of taste
Fresh flavour, medium structure and very well balanced. The freshness of Arinto blends perfectly with the Chardonnay maturation and the elegance of the wood. Persistently fresh ending.
Recommendations
It should be served at 12ºC.
Suggestions
It matches perfectly with white roast meats and fishes at the oven with sauces, where it shows its class and fine breeding.
IV – FIUZA & BRIGHT WINES
The Mascarenhas Fiuza family is heir to an old tradition in agriculture linked to the production of wines. Owners of three properties, Campo de Frades, Quinta da Azambuja and Quinta da Requeixada, planted exclusively with typical Portuguese grapes varieties, Piriquita, Vital, Aragonês, Touriga Nacional and others, they decide to acquire a new property Quinta da Granja. This property, located in Ribatejo near Santarém, was planted with French grapes varieties, these being Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc.
The Fiuza & Bright Company is born of the partnership between Joaquim Mascarenhas Fiuza wine producer, and Peter Bright, Australian winemaker. Pioneers in the growing of these French grapes varieties in Portugal, their wine production began by aiming especially at the international market where they enjoy great fame. With the passage of the years, the high demand and prestige gained in Portugal leads to the fact that today they are not only commercialized in the international market but also in the national market.
The great quality of the wines produced has led to the winning of prizes and medals in competitions and fairs both at national and international level.
Holder of four properties, all located in the geographical area of Ribatejo, it has a production area of 120 hectares of vineyards, distributed throughout the areas of Almeirim, Alcanhões, Romeira and Azambuja. These properties are endowed with excellent infrastructures since the times when great gatherings of people would move in and remain in the area during harvest time.
The clay, limestone clay and sandy soils allied with specific microclimates, gather excellent conditions to obtain exceptional quality of grapes. The resource to foreign grape varieties, namely the French types, established in one of the properties, in conjunction with the well recognized national grape varieties, allows a conjunction and obtainment of varietals and mono-varietals wines.
The new vineyards in conjunction with the 30 year old ones, in a 50% proportion, are planted approximately in equal quantities between white and red. Also, between the French and Portuguese grape varieties the proportion is around 50%.
Varietals and mono-varietals of excellent wine quality are obtained due to the exclusive fermentation of grapes produced in the four properties, in clay, limestone clay and sandy soils, holder of specific microclimates, conjugated with precociousness of harvests.
The Mascarenhas Fiuza family is heir to an old tradition in agriculture linked to the production of wines. Owners of three properties, Campo de Frades, Quinta da Azambuja and Quinta da Requeixada, planted exclusively with typical Portuguese grapes varieties, Piriquita, Vital, Aragonês, Touriga Nacional and others, they decide to acquire a new property Quinta da Granja. This property, located in Ribatejo near Santarém, was planted with French grapes varieties, these being Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc.
The Fiuza & Bright Company is born of the partnership between Joaquim Mascarenhas Fiuza wine producer, and Peter Bright, Australian winemaker. Pioneers in the growing of these French grapes varieties in Portugal, their wine production began by aiming especially at the international market where they enjoy great fame. With the passage of the years, the high demand and prestige gained in Portugal leads to the fact that today they are not only commercialized in the international market but also in the national market.
The great quality of the wines produced has led to the winning of prizes and medals in competitions and fairs both at national and international level.
Holder of four properties, all located in the geographical area of Ribatejo, it has a production area of 120 hectares of vineyards, distributed throughout the areas of Almeirim, Alcanhões, Romeira and Azambuja. These properties are endowed with excellent infrastructures since the times when great gatherings of people would move in and remain in the area during harvest time.
The clay, limestone clay and sandy soils allied with specific microclimates, gather excellent conditions to obtain exceptional quality of grapes. The resource to foreign grape varieties, namely the French types, established in one of the properties, in conjunction with the well recognized national grape varieties, allows a conjunction and obtainment of varietals and mono-varietals wines.
The new vineyards in conjunction with the 30 year old ones, in a 50% proportion, are planted approximately in equal quantities between white and red. Also, between the French and Portuguese grape varieties the proportion is around 50%.
Varietals and mono-varietals of excellent wine quality are obtained due to the exclusive fermentation of grapes produced in the four properties, in clay, limestone clay and sandy soils, holder of specific microclimates, conjugated with precociousness of harvests.
FIUZA PREMIUM RED WINE
The nose is impressively seductive with plum and black berry fruit, recommended with roasted meats, game and rich pasta sauces or barbecued steaks and ripe cheeses.
Appellation: Regional wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: red
Alcohol: 14,00%
Variety
Trincadeira Preta, Aragonês and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Vinification
Controlled fermentation at 25º, long maceration.
Ageing
16 months in news French and American oak barrels then in bottle for 5 months.
Colour
Vibrant purple red.
Aroma
The nose is impressively seductive with plum and black berry fruit.
Notes of taste
Modern stylish with huge extract and has pronounced black berry fruit, spicy notes with structure that gives a good, long future. Very long and elegant finish.
Recommendations
It should be served at 18ºC.
Suggestions
Recommended with roasted meats, game and rich pasta sauces or barbecued steacks and ripe cheeses.
The nose is impressively seductive with plum and black berry fruit, recommended with roasted meats, game and rich pasta sauces or barbecued steaks and ripe cheeses.
Appellation: Regional wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: red
Alcohol: 14,00%
Variety
Trincadeira Preta, Aragonês and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Vinification
Controlled fermentation at 25º, long maceration.
Ageing
16 months in news French and American oak barrels then in bottle for 5 months.
Colour
Vibrant purple red.
Aroma
The nose is impressively seductive with plum and black berry fruit.
Notes of taste
Modern stylish with huge extract and has pronounced black berry fruit, spicy notes with structure that gives a good, long future. Very long and elegant finish.
Recommendations
It should be served at 18ºC.
Suggestions
Recommended with roasted meats, game and rich pasta sauces or barbecued steacks and ripe cheeses.
FIUZA SAUVIGNON WHITE WINE
Herbaceous and tropical fruits, recommended with seafood, grilled fish and salad or white meat dishes.
Appellation: Regional wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: white
Alcohol: 12,50%
Variety
Sauvignon blanc 100%.
Vinification
Controlled fermentation at 14º.
Ageing
The pure must was left sur lie for 3 mouths in new French oak barrels, and to ensure full flavour complexities was stirred with bâtonnage (in the classic manner).
Colour
Brilliant pale gold.
Aroma
Herbaceous and tropical fruits.
Notes of taste
Medium bodied with green citrus flavours. Crisp acidity in a refreshing, complete finish.
Recommendations
It should be served at 13ºC.
Suggestions
Recommended with seafood, grilled fish and salad or white meat dishes.
Herbaceous and tropical fruits, recommended with seafood, grilled fish and salad or white meat dishes.
Appellation: Regional wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: white
Alcohol: 12,50%
Variety
Sauvignon blanc 100%.
Vinification
Controlled fermentation at 14º.
Ageing
The pure must was left sur lie for 3 mouths in new French oak barrels, and to ensure full flavour complexities was stirred with bâtonnage (in the classic manner).
Colour
Brilliant pale gold.
Aroma
Herbaceous and tropical fruits.
Notes of taste
Medium bodied with green citrus flavours. Crisp acidity in a refreshing, complete finish.
Recommendations
It should be served at 13ºC.
Suggestions
Recommended with seafood, grilled fish and salad or white meat dishes.
FIUZA CHARDONNAY WHITE WINE
Intense, fruity and tropical aromas, recommended with spicy fish dishes, seafood or pasta dishes
Appellation: Regional wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: white
Alcohol: 13,50%
Variety
Chardonnay 100%.
Vinification
Controlled fermentation at 13º.
Ageing
The pure must was left sur lie for 3 mouths in new American oak barrels, and to ensure full flavour complexities was stirred with bâtonnage (in the classic manner).
Colour
Golden citrus.
Aroma
Intense and tropical aromas.
Notes of taste
Full bodied style with toasty / vanilla oak finish. Excellent length and clean finish.
Recommendations
It should be served at 13ºC.
Suggestions
Recommended with spicy fish dishes, seafood or pasta dishes.
Intense, fruity and tropical aromas, recommended with spicy fish dishes, seafood or pasta dishes
Appellation: Regional wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: white
Alcohol: 13,50%
Variety
Chardonnay 100%.
Vinification
Controlled fermentation at 13º.
Ageing
The pure must was left sur lie for 3 mouths in new American oak barrels, and to ensure full flavour complexities was stirred with bâtonnage (in the classic manner).
Colour
Golden citrus.
Aroma
Intense and tropical aromas.
Notes of taste
Full bodied style with toasty / vanilla oak finish. Excellent length and clean finish.
Recommendations
It should be served at 13ºC.
Suggestions
Recommended with spicy fish dishes, seafood or pasta dishes.
VI – CASA CADAVAL WINES
Located north of Lisbon at the left border of the Tagus River, the Herdade de Muge belongs to the Álvares Pereira de Melo family (Cadaval) for almost four centuries. In this house lived over a year Queen Leonor, third wife of King D. Manuel I, sister of the Emperor D. Carlos V and mother of Infanta D. Maria. Later, the Casa de Muge went to the family of the Counts of Odmira. Dona Maria de Faro, Countess of Odmira, married Don Nuno Álvares Pereira de Melo, 5th Count of Tentugal, 4th Marquis of Ferreira and 1st Duke of Cadaval – title that was given to him in 1648 by King D. João IV.
With an ancient tradition and a determinant role in the development of the wine-making regional production, the Casa do Cadaval is an international reference because of the high quality of the raw materials used, because of the tight selection control of all the phases of fabrication of the wine and also of the final product that offers an unique quality. Facts which are having the undeniable recognition of consumers, specialists of such matters and leaders of opinion.
The vineyards in production occupy nowadays an area of around 50 ha, being in action a program of replantation investments.
PADRE PEDRO RESERVE
In years when climatic and harvest conditions allow, Casa do Cavadal produces a Reserve quality wine from its best vineyards terroirs. In such years, “big”, deep reds are produced under the name of Padre Pedro Reserve. This premium wine is the result of a careful vinification techniques and optimum ageing in French oak barrels and is best suited for accompanying food. Rich ruby colour. Intense, complex aroma with hints of berry fruit and oak derived vanilla. Good mouth-feel, smooth tannins and well balanced. Elegant with lingering finish.
Appellation: Regional wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: red
Alcohol: 13,60%
Variety
Touriga Nacional, Trincadeira, Cabernet and Merlot.
Vinification
Fermentation in stainless steel vats with controlled temperature. Long pelicular maceration for 3 weeks.
Ageing
The wine staged 8 monts in French oak bariques followed by another 6 months in the bottle.
Colour
Strong red grenat.
Aroma
Intense aroma to mature blackberries with floral notes of violets.
Notes of taste
Full bodied style with excellent structure and balance. Excellent length and clean finish.
Recommendations
It should be served at 18ºC.
Suggestions
Ideal to accompany with meats and cheeses.
Located north of Lisbon at the left border of the Tagus River, the Herdade de Muge belongs to the Álvares Pereira de Melo family (Cadaval) for almost four centuries. In this house lived over a year Queen Leonor, third wife of King D. Manuel I, sister of the Emperor D. Carlos V and mother of Infanta D. Maria. Later, the Casa de Muge went to the family of the Counts of Odmira. Dona Maria de Faro, Countess of Odmira, married Don Nuno Álvares Pereira de Melo, 5th Count of Tentugal, 4th Marquis of Ferreira and 1st Duke of Cadaval – title that was given to him in 1648 by King D. João IV.
With an ancient tradition and a determinant role in the development of the wine-making regional production, the Casa do Cadaval is an international reference because of the high quality of the raw materials used, because of the tight selection control of all the phases of fabrication of the wine and also of the final product that offers an unique quality. Facts which are having the undeniable recognition of consumers, specialists of such matters and leaders of opinion.
The vineyards in production occupy nowadays an area of around 50 ha, being in action a program of replantation investments.
PADRE PEDRO RESERVE
In years when climatic and harvest conditions allow, Casa do Cavadal produces a Reserve quality wine from its best vineyards terroirs. In such years, “big”, deep reds are produced under the name of Padre Pedro Reserve. This premium wine is the result of a careful vinification techniques and optimum ageing in French oak barrels and is best suited for accompanying food. Rich ruby colour. Intense, complex aroma with hints of berry fruit and oak derived vanilla. Good mouth-feel, smooth tannins and well balanced. Elegant with lingering finish.
Appellation: Regional wine of Ribatejo
Region: Ribatejo
Country: Portugal
Type: red
Alcohol: 13,60%
Variety
Touriga Nacional, Trincadeira, Cabernet and Merlot.
Vinification
Fermentation in stainless steel vats with controlled temperature. Long pelicular maceration for 3 weeks.
Ageing
The wine staged 8 monts in French oak bariques followed by another 6 months in the bottle.
Colour
Strong red grenat.
Aroma
Intense aroma to mature blackberries with floral notes of violets.
Notes of taste
Full bodied style with excellent structure and balance. Excellent length and clean finish.
Recommendations
It should be served at 18ºC.
Suggestions
Ideal to accompany with meats and cheeses.
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