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Colheita Seleccionada Adega de Pegoes
Adega of Pegões Selected Harvest Red Wine
Pegões is distinguished by a unique “Terroir”. It is characterized by the combination of poor sandy soils rich
in water, with the Mediterranean climate on the proximity of the Atlantic sea. This combination creates a perfect harmony, that brings a excellent environment to the development of our noble grapes.
Classification: Regional Terras of Sado
Type: Red Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon 35%, Touriga Nacional 25%, Trincadeira 25% and Syrah 15%
Region: Península of Setúbal
Soil Type: Sandy Pozolitic
Wine Production: 70 000 bottles
Oenologist: Jaime Quendera
Characteristics:
Colour: Grenade.
Aroma: Complex aroma with black berries and plums and jam, evoluing to spices and chocolate aromas after the third year.
Taste: Soft in the mouth with very good tannins and structure.
After Taste: Lingering after taste.
Vinification: Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel vats at controlled temperature followed by long pelicular maceration.
Aging: 12 months in American and French oak barrels, followed by 4 months in bottles.
Evolution: The quality improves during the first 10 years. This is being recommended maximum storage time.
Recommended plates: Hunting plates, grilled meat e cheese.
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