2016 Vallegre, Touriga Nacional - Douro DOC - 6 Flasker (0,75 L)

2016 Vallegre Touriga Nacional Red 6 x 0.75L
6 Bottles
Douro Region

Top score: 96/100 Decanter (2016 vintage)

DESCRIPTION
The Quinta's vineyards have a long-recognized history of producing wine, dating back to the 19th century. This is the conclusion drawn from books specializing in types of strains and from some of the abandoned terraces, known as "mortoriums". At the beginning of the 1970s, the company changed from a sole proprietorship into a limited liability company under the name - Sociedade Agrícola Barros S.A..
In May 1998, the company changed its name to VALLEGRE -Vinhos do Porto, S.A., resulting from the merging of the names of two of its most important Quintas - Valle Longo and Vista Alegre - but retaining its markedly family nature that spans five generations.
Thus, VALLEGRE is a private, family-based, modern, entrepreneurial and dynamic company. Creativity, Innovation, Quality, Customer Satisfaction´s Principles, Well-being of employees and Respect for the Environment, are laid down in the Mission, Vision and Values of the Company.
The production of DOC (Controlled/Protected Denomination of Origin) wines continues to be its primary aim: DO Porto, DO Douro and DO Moscatel Douro of the highest quality which are nationally and internationally renowned. Nowadays, the wines are sold and enjoyed in over twenty seven countries and the countless prizes and distinctions achieved in several international competitions prove the excellence of our quality.

WINEMAKERS: Fátima Lopes, César Pinacho & Miguel Martins.

AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS
96 Points, Gold Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards
90 Points, Robert Parker
Gold Medal, Challenge International du Vin
Gold Medal, AWC International Wine Challenge
Gold Medal, Wine Master Challenge
Gold Medal, Portugal Wine Challenge
Gold Medal, Monde Selection
17 Points, Revista de Vinhos

WINE VARIETIES: Touriga Nacional.

VINIFICATION
After careful selection of the grapes, the grapes are gently crushed and completely de-stemmed. Alcoholic fermentation follows with skin maceration. Aged in new and used French oak barrels for 16 months. Wine not filtered or stabilized by cold so that all its elements are respected.

TASTING NOTES
Deep purple color. Complex and distinct flavors, where the fruity and floral character typical of the variety predominates, along with some spicy notes from the aging in wood. In the mouth it presents balanced acidity, fruity character, very good structure with excellent tannins.

SERVING
Ideal with red meat, game, and strong dishes. It should be served at a temperature between 14ºC and 16ºC. Wine with high aging potential and can be consumed for the next 6-8 years. The wine must be stored in a cool, dry place, protected from light and temperature fluctuations and the bottle must remain in a horizontal position. As a natural product, Wine is subject to deposits with age.

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