Mariposa Reserva Tinto 2013 (Magnum) Red
Concept
The Mariposa wines are all crafted in a natural way, preserving the original aromas from the castes and the natural acidity of the grapes of this region. They are intented to be light and fresh and to be consumed while young, although, as wines of the Dão, they also have good aging potential on the bottle. They are modern wines that, at the same time, reflect very well the character of the region.
Viticulture
Integrated protection mode.
Soil
Mainly granitic, slender and with rocky outcrops.
Altitude
400m
Climate
Mixed with Mediterranean and Atlantic influences.
Vinification
The grapes were harvested manually for small boxes of 20 kg, with selection in the vineyard. The batch composition varies with the productions of each grape variety in the vineyard. After total destemming, the grapes go to a traditional granite macerated for about 48 hours, with temperature control. The fermentation is slow, under controlled temperature, and the made by footsteps. This wine is aged 1 year in used French oak barrels of 225 and 500L.
Analysis
Total Acidity: 5.2 (g/L)
Total Sugar: 0.9 (g/L)
pH: 3.74
Properties
Characteristics | |
Quinta da Mariposa | |
Mariposa | |
Dão | |
Red | |
2013 | |
13% | |
Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Alfrocheiro | |
Lúcia Freitas | |
Magnum | |
Tasting | |
Deep ruby color with lilac lavas. | |
Complex aroma with notes of wild berries and spices, showing a very present Touriga Nacional and notes of barrel well integrated. | |
Full and ripe, with firm but satin tannins. | |
17ºC |