Pêra-Grave Reserva 2014 Red
Soil
Granitic.
Climate
Mediterranean.
Vinification
Two days of cold maceration to enrich the aromas, followed by a six day fermentation process at 24ºC with delestage to facilitate the extraction of the colour and tannins that contribute to the body and volume in the mouth. Stage for about 18 months after malolactic fermentation in American and French oak barrels.
Analysis
Total Acidity: 5.2 (g/L)
Total Sugar: 0.4 (g/L)
pH: 3.72
Properties
| Characteristics | |
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The Winery: Pêra-Grave |
| Brand: Pêra-Grave | |
| Region: Alentejo | |
| Type: Red | |
| Vintage: 2014 | |
| Alcoholic Level: 14% | |
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Grape Varieties: Touriga Nacional and Syrah |
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Winemaker: Nuno Cancela de Abreu |
| Format: 75cl | |
| Tasting | |
| Colour: Deep red. | |
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Nose: Pronounced aroma of ripe black fruits, plums and blackberries with a hint of violets typical of the Touriga Nacional. |
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Mouth: Red fruits well balanced with the oak notes, providing it with big complexity, well rounded tannins that adds volume in the mouth. |
| Serving Temperature: 16º - 18ºC | |
| Consumption: Ideal for immediate consumption although ages well for 10 years in the bottle if well preserved. | |
| Goes well with: Red or game meats. | |
| Tasting Notes: Very pleasent, full-bodied, elegant and with a long finishing. | |
