Casa Santos Lima Confidencial Reserva 2016

Casa Santos Lima

Casa Santos Lima Confidencial Reserva
2016

Country
Portugal
Regulated designation
Denominação de origem controlada (DOC)
Region
Lisboa
Appellation
Alenquer
Varietal(s)
Tinta Roriz 30 %
Touriga Nacional 30 %
Castelao 20 %
Syrah 20 %
Alcohol percentage
13.5%
Colour
Red
Sugar
Semi-dry
Sugar content
9.2 g/l
Producer's website

About this winery

Casa Santos Lima is a family business dedicated to the production, bottling and sale of Portuguese wines. The company is present in the regions of Lisbon, Algarve, Alentejo, Vinho Verde and Douro. Its wines are known for their excellent quality/price ratio and about 90% of its total production is exported to more than 50 countries.

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Product notes

Reserve 13.5% vol (pH 3.58, total acidity 5.6 g/L); ideal with red meats, stews and soft cheeses. Rated 90 points by Wine Enthusiast and Wine & Spirits, combining complexity, elegance and excellent value for money

Production notes

Grapes from more than 10 “confidential” grape varieties, harvested between August and October, destemmed and fermented in stainless steel vats at 28-30°C after cold maceration; Partial aging for 6 months in 250 L French and Portuguese oak barrels

Tasting notes

Dark ruby color; the nose highlights ripe red fruits (cherry, blackberry), notes of vanilla, spices, and a light background of chocolate and aromatic herbs. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with soft tannins, balanced acidity, and a lingering, spicy finish.