CRASTO RESERVE OLD VINES(DOC)
APPELATION: Douro
VINEYARDS: "Patamares"
SOIL: schist, granite soil
ASPECT: East/South
AGE OF VINES: >70 years
ALCOHOL, ABV: 14%
BOTTLING: September 2016 September 2016
ANALYSIS: Total acidity: 5.2 g / liter, pH: 3.65, sugar content: 1.7 g / liter
GRAPES VARIETIES: Old vines (25 to 35 different grape varieties)
Classification:Wine Spectator 92 points;Robert Parker 91 points;Sommelier Wine Awards
WINEMAKERS : Manuel Lobo
WINEMAKING:
The grapes come from the core field of the Super Douro area, and the Quinta da Cabreira estate is privately owned. After 22 kg, it is sent to the winery in plastic drums, and then placed on the sorting table for strict selection. After stalking, it is slightly broken and then transferred to a temperature-controlled stainless steel tank. After the alcoholic fermentation is completed, the grapes are gently pressed with hydraulic pressure.
AGEING:
85% French oak barrels, 15% American oak barrels, about 18 months
TASTING
Colour: Dark ruby red
Nose : The aroma is rich and unrestrained, the rose flower has a distinct taste, accompanied by a hint of berry
Palate: fresh and elegant, solemn and charming, full of texture, with fresh berry flavor, smooth tannins, balanced taste and long aftertaste