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Fontanario de Pegoes Red
Kevin's comments: Made from 100% Castelao (formerly known as Periquita), this wine is matured 8 - 10 months in Portuguese and French oak. An intense flavour of red berries, developing chocolate and spices with age; good weight with balanced tannins.
Chateau Tasting Notes
Fontanario de Pegoes Red
SANTO ISIDRO DE PEGOES, PORTUGAL
This Co-operative was founded in 1958 covering a total of 900 hectares owned by hundreds of small farmers producing 70% red and 30% white. Through strong Governmental support, the winery has been completely modernised and the wines produced are clean and modern, winning many prizes world-wide. Santo Isidro is in the Estremadura region - a long green area between the sea and Montejunto - Serra d'Aire Mountains - Southern Portugal (Setubal) on the Lisbon Coast.
Grapes; 100% Castelao
Harvest: September
Soil: Sandy
Climate: Mediterranean & Continental
Vinification: Extended skin maceration. Fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks.
Ageing: 8-10 months in Portuguese and French oak barrels followed by 6 months in bottle.
Colour: Deep grenadine.
Serve: At 18C with red meats, pasta dishes and mature cheese.
Evolution: Will age well for up to 10 years from vintage
Note: Limited production with numbered bottles.
Taste: A good mix of toastiness and fruit with a touch of liquorice mixed with dried fruit. Flavour of red berries developing chocolate and spices with age, good weight with balanced tannins.
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