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2023 Espera Palheto Vinho Regional Lisboa, Portugal
$29.00
From two different vineyards (Alcobaça and Caldas da Rainha), about 50 years old each, more or less 20 different grape varieties, clay-limestone soils.climate Atlantic.
Vinification early hand harvest (first week September) to 15kg cases, both vineyards at the same day. Natural fermentation in 1000kg vats for 5 days, finishing fermentation in old French oak barrels (500 and 700L). Maturating during 7 months in the same barrels. tasting notes beautiful light ruby colour, mineral character, cherry, pear, floral and spicy hints. Elegant, intense and fresh on the palate, with a pleasant finish.
-From the importer
Specs
- Country Portugal
- Region Douro
- Style Red Wine, Rosé
- Producer Espera
- Grapes Arinto, Bical, Fernao Pires, Touriga Nacional, Vital
- Food Pairings Aperitif, Crunchy Greens, Pizza Night, Fresh Seafood, Roast White Meats, Root Veggies
- Characteristics Co-Ferment, Chillable Red, Juicy, Red Fruit