S. J. Vintage Porto 2014 Porto
Vinification
Grapes are harvested by hand, to 25 Kg boxes, at its optimal ripeness; intending to present a vigorous maturity, leading to higher aromatic and polyphenolic concentrations. Grapes cooled overnight to 10°C, destemmed only 50% before being crushed and go to the lagares. Maceration and fermentation for 5 days with constant foot treading (about 6 hours per day).
Analysis
Alcoholic Contents: 19,5% Vol.
Total Acidity: 4,80 g/dm3
Volatile Acidity Fixed: 0,18 g/dm3
Sugar: 3 Baumé
Properties
| Characteristics | |
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The Winery: Quinta de S. José |
| Brand: Vintage | |
| Region: Douro | |
| Type: Porto | |
| Vintage: 2014 | |
| Alcoholic Level: 19,5% | |
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Grape Varieties: 60% Touriga Nacional, 30% Touriga Franca, 10% Sousão |
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Winemaker: João Brito e Cunha |
| Format: 75cl | |
| Tasting | |
| Colour: Dark cherry in colour | |
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Nose: An aroma of raisins and ripe figs |
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Mouth: Fine grained tannins give it a grandiose structure. |
| Serving Temperature: 16ºC-18ºC | |
| Tasting Notes: Balanced, very thin and with a long and very persistent finish. | |
