Herdade de Calada Touriga Nacional & Syrah
75 cl
A rich and intense Portuguese red, combining the native Touriga Nacional varietal with Syrah. Ripe tannins, spice and aromas of violets.
A rich and intense Portuguese red, combining the native Touriga Nacional varietal with Syrah. Ripe tannins, spice and aromas of violets.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Nose | Intense aroma of violets, ripe tannins with the spicy touch of tobacco leaf of the Syrah grape |
Palate | Full-bodied with fine balance and a long finish |
Colour | Deep Red |
Fact Sheet | |
Fluid | 75 cl |
Grape Variety | 50% Touriga Nacional, 50% Syrah |
Alcohol % | 15 |
Style | Dry, Full Bodied |
Estate/Producer | Herdade da Calada |
Country | Portugal |
Region/AOC | IGP Alentejo |
Vintage | 2014 |
Making Techniques | Hand harvested grapes. Cold carbonic maceration for approx 22 days. Maturation in oak barrels for 12 months. |
Closure | Cork |
Awards and/or Press Quotes | |
DECANTER Wold Wine Awards 2015 | Silver Medal |
2013 | 15.5/20 from Revista de Vinhos (Portuguese wine magazine) |