Quinta dos Carvalhais Touriga Nacional

Only produced in years of exceptional quality, Quinta dos Carvalhais Touriga Nacional is a monovarietal wine that fantastically showcases one of the Dão's most noble grape varieties.Touriga Nacional grapes were harvested from three different plots, which were vinified separately. After the fermentation in stainless steel tanks, part of the Touriga Nacional underwent post-fermentative maceration for 8 days. The wine then spent 12 months in new and used 225l French oak barrels. The final blend was made with the aim of expressing the superior quality of the Touriga Nacional, as well as the characteristics of the Dão region.
A ruby-red colour intense wine, complex and elegant with typical varietal aromas; notes of wild black fruit and floral nuances alongside shrubby forestal tones that add freshness. Well-integrated notes of wood confer further complexity. On the palate, it is harmonious and balanced with smooth yet firm tannins. Additional notes of forest floor and fruit invite a long finish.
Like all good Dão reds, this wine will have an extended life in the bottle and easily retain its quality for a period of 10 - 15 years. This wine should be decanted before consumption.