The Herdade dos Muachos, situated in the Serra de São Mamede, in Portalegre, has shale and clay soils. Resulting from the vinification of grapes Trincadeira, Aragonez, Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante Bouschet and Castelão, comes this "Herdade dos Muachos". Vinified in inox vats, followed by mild stage in barrels of French and American oak, this wine presents a ruby color, mature silvester fruit and jam aromas, good tannins and persistent end.
Wine type: Red
Denomination: Vinho Regional Alentejano
Designator quality: Regional
Vintage year: 2014
Grape varieties: Castelão and Trincadeira
Region: Portalegre - Alentejo
Winemaker: Engº Francisco Pimenta
T.A.V.A.: 13%
Total Acidity (tartaric acid): 4,3 g/dm3
pH: 3,78
Reducing sugars: 0,2 g/dm3
Winemaking / Aging: Vinified by the traditional process of tanning track in mills, with temperatures around 30°C. Light aging in barrels of French and American oak
Preservation method: Lying bottles in a cool and dark place, between 12°C and 13°C with relative humidity near 60%
To serve (temperature): 18°C
Suggested accompaniments: Meat dishes and cheeses
Longevity: 6 years
Tasting
Color: Intense ruby
Aroma: Very mature wild berries, jam
Palate: Balanced acidity and soft tannins
Final: Persistent