Aging in oak for 24 months, 12 months in French oak and another 12 months in American
It is a red wine from Alentejo
Vinification
Fermented in stainless steel mill at 30ºC with skin maceration before and after fermentation
Aging
Aging in French and American oak for 24 months (12+12)
Chemical analysis
Alcohol Content: 15.0%
Total Acidity: 6.2 g/L tartaric acid
pH: 3.44
Reducing Sugars: 3.1 g/L
Contains sulfites
On the nose it has an aroma of black fruits, coffee, cocoa.
In the mouth it presents very firm tannins, balanced acidity and a deep finish.
Pairs with meats and soft cheeses
Expected Longevity: 8 years
Conservation : in a cellar with bottles placed at an ambient temperature of 12ºC and humidity of 60%
The image in the article is for illustrative purposes only. It may not correspond to the year of the wine.
This wine can be consumed immediately after bottling or can be stored for at least 8 years.
António José Ribeiro Saramago was born in Vila Nogueira de Azeitão in 1948. From an early age, he showed a passion for the world of wine, not being oblivious to the influence of his father, José Maria Saramago, winemaker at the José Maria da Fonseca company for 42 years. With more than 200 awards won, many of its wines have been widely appreciated by the national and international press of the specialty, especially Jancis Robinson and Robert Parker.
Year 2011 |
Type of Wine Red |
Producer Antonio Saramago |
Country of origin Portugal |
Region
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castes Touriga Nacional, Alicante |
Capacity 1.5l |
Alcohol Content (%) 15% |
serve the 12th/18th |