Principal Grande Reserva Red 2011

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 (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (40%), Merlot (10%)

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’s ready to drink, but will evolve positively until 2028-30.

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