ORIGIN
The grapes that gave origin to this wine came from a "field blend" vines in terraces along the river with the higher altitute vineyards of Quinta dos Castelares estate located in Freixo de Espada à Cinta, in the Douro Superior, at an altitude between 500-600 meters, in order to get a better balance in a full bodied red with an elegant profile. Stony schist soils, typical Douro terraced vineyards, facing northeast. 

VINIFICATION
Hand picked harvest. Full destemming and immediately crushed, the grapes are fermented by grape variety and by blends, to make a rigorous selection process which will give the best blend. Fermentation in stainless steel vats of small capacity, with temperatures around 28ºC. 

Controlled and smooth macerations in order to get elegant and aromatic wines. 

AGEING
12 months in barrels of French (2/3) and American (1/3) oak. 

TASTE
The Reserva Red of Quinta dos Castelares estate is a wine with the 'freixenista' character of the Douro Superior. This wine results from Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Tinta Roriz grapes, grown in low altitude vineyards, in the right bank of the river Douro, and higher altitude vineyards at 6oom above sea level. ln our Reserva Red we feel the balance between the intensity of the flavour of ripe red fruits and elegance given by the ageing in French and American oak barrels for 12 months. 

PAIRING TIPS
Try it pairing with intense roasted red meat or stewed meats or cheese. 

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