Quinta dos Aciprestes , Red 2019 D.O.C. Douro, Real Companhia Velha - Duo Gift Set

Quinta dos Aciprestes 2019 runs alongside the Douro River with its gentle slopes, in an area completely replanted with the noblest varieties of the Douro demarcated region.Located between the Cima-Corgo and Douro Superior sub-regions, its vineyards benefit from a microclimate, which offers ideal conditions for ripening the grapes.Quinta dos Aciprestes Red 2019 is made from plots of old vineyards composed mainly of Tinta Barroca and Tinta Roriz, and Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Cao and Tinta Amarela on a smaller scale.a subtly powerful red with a very distinct fruitiness, expressing the unique character of Quinta dos Aciprestes.

Vinification:
Fermentation and maceration take place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. 100% of the wine is aged in French and American oak barrels for 8 to 10 months in excellent conditions for natural ageing.

Grape varieties:
Touriga Franca,Touriga Nacional,Tinta Roriz.

Tasting notes:
Clean, deep and beautiful garnet color. Intense aromas of plums and cherries. A very slight hint of vanilla reflects the time needed for barrel aging, which in no way impinges on its shape. On tasting, the wine enters the mouth with a veritable explosion of ripe fruit flavors, leaving the final expression of perfect structural harmony.

Storage recommendations and ideal serving temperature:
Store bottles on their sides in a cool place (12ºC to 14ºC), away from direct light. Serve at 16-18ºC.

Food pairing:
With rich meat dishes, game and strong cheeses.