Tyto Alba Touriga Nacional 2014 Red
Vineyard
Located in the hearth of the forest, this vineyard flourishes in harmony with nature. Respecting the ecological environment, we were able to minimize human intervention and the use of non-natural tools. This vineyard, being the oldest one, is the one with most history in the company.
This is a wine that expresses the most the terroir from where it originates, and symbolizes what nature offers us.
Soil
Sandy
Climate
Temperate southern-Mediterranean, influenced by Tejo river.
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation in small stainless steel mills followed by a 12-month stage in French and American oak barrels. (30% new barrels)
Analysis
Total Acidity: 5.3 (g/L)
Dry Extract: 32.8 (g/L)
pH: 3.7
Properties
| Characteristics | |
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The Winery: Companhia das Lezírias |
| Brand: Tyto Alba | |
| Region: Tejo | |
| Type: Red | |
| Vintage: 2014 | |
| Alcoholic Level: 14% | |
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Grape Varieties: Touriga Nacional |
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Winemaker: Bernardo Cabral |
| Format: 75cl | |
| Tasting | |
| Colour: Limpid, intense garnet color. | |
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Nose: Aromatic and harmonious with notes of cassis, plum, violet flowers and spices. |
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Mouth: Engaging and elegant with very long finish. |
| Serving Temperature: 16-18ºC | |
| Consumption: Immediately with aging potential. | |
| Goes well with: Ideal for various meat dishes and cheeses. | |
| Awards | |
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Awards: VIII Concurso de Vinhos Engarrafados do Tejo 2017 - Gold Medal |
