Casa Ferreirinha Vinha Grande

Touriga Franca 42%, Touriga Nacional 30%, Tinta Roriz 22%, Tinta Barroca 6% Vinified at the wineries of Quinta do Seixo, in Cima Corgo, and Quinta da Leda, in the Douro Superior, using advanced technology. After soft-crushing and destemming, the grapes are transferred to stainless steel tanks, where alcoholic fermentation occurs. During this phase, soft maceration at controlled temperatures takes place to extract the compounds that provide the color, aroma and flavor of this wine. The wine matured in used barrels of French oak for roughly 12 months. The final blend was made further to numerous tests and analysis during this period. In order to preserve the highest possible quality, this wine was only submitted to filtration prior to bottling. Tasting notes: Notes of red and black fruit with hints of cocoa and chocolate. There are further spicy notes and a well-integrated oal element adding complexity. It has powerful and firm tannins, a balanced acidity and a smooth finish. Pairs well with: An excellent option to accompany meat, cheeses and pasta dishes. It may also be enjoyed with white meat or even-steamed fish.