496,00 €
The property’s 61 hectares of vines are spread across the rich clay-limestone soils that dominate the gentle hills of this estate. The entire vineyard is dry farmed, meaning no irrigation is used. Here, three of the world’s most reputed red grape varietals—Touriga Nacional, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot—are planted and meticulously cared for. These grapes are vinified using gravity flow winemaking, producing our most emblematic red wine, which can stand shoulder to shoulder with the finest red wines in the world.
LOCATION: S. Lourenço do Bairro, Bairrada, Portugal (DOC Bairrada)
TERROIR: Atlantic influenced climate, protected by the Caramulo and Bussaco Hills. Vineyards planted at high density (up to 6172 plants per hectare) on gentle hills of clay-limestone soils. Completely dry farmed.
VARIETALS: Touriga Nacional, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
SERVING TEMP: Serve between 16-18 Cº. Decant 15 minutes before service.
STORAGE: In a cool dry place (12 a 14 Cº) away from direct sunlight and without big fluctuations in temperature.
AGEING ABILITY: It is ready to drink now, but it will evolve positively up to 2028-32.
Ruby with an opaque centre. Intense aroma of black plum, cedar, charcoal and slight vanilla. Very full-bodied, with textured, grainy tannins. Vibrant acidity, full of layers and flavours that remain throughout the tasting. Very long finish, full of concentration.
| region | Bairrada |
|---|---|
| production | 2009 |
| country | Portugal |
| color | Red |
| Brand | Principal |
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Spirito di Vino –
Considered one of the 10 best red wines in the world by the prestigious Italian magazine Spirito di Vino in 2013. With a score of 98.1, Luca Gardini describes: “its aroma reveals a scent of cherry and a touch of citrus, the evolution in the glass points to aromatic herbs such as basil and sage, with final notes of chocolate. The palate is attractive with fine, long tannins and a super pleasant freshness on the finish.”