Saturno Reserva 2020 Red Wine

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<p>The history of Quinta João Clara, located in Alcantarilha, refers back to the 1970s, in the 20th century, when the producer João Maria Alves decided to acquire the property and plant his first vineyard</p>

Jcre1088

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<p></p><p><span>Quinta de Marrocos </span><span>vineyards</span><span> extend up to 180m altitude, on </span><span>terraces</span><span> supported by stone walls. Exposure to the north is one of the key points, favoring a slow maturation of grapes: the altitude offers warm temperatures, the river breeze cools the vineyards at night. The average slope of 80% prevents mechanization, requiring an </span><span>"heroic" viticulture</span><span>. All work is manual, a </span><span>century-old heritage</span><span> that we want to keep, in respect for the age of the vines and the quality of the grapes. The low yields are inherent to this type of vines, without irrigation, in low fertility and a slightly acid pH schist soils.</span></p>

Qmw7717

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<p></p> <p>It began almost two decades ago, the passion and pleasure that the people of Quinta do Sobreiro do Cima put in the products that lead to themselves. To the regional development of Trás-os-Montes and the site of Santa Valha and Rio Torto, evidencing the history and wine-growing of these lands, this group allied the identity of its roots to a business project of creation and development of agro-alimentary products of high quality.</p>

Qscrr5435

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<p>Caves São João is an independent family business founded in 1920. This company has always been linked to avant-garde and tradition. In 1930 began to sell the sparkling wines and in 1959 began to commercialize quality bottled wines, both nationally and internationally.</p>

Pctn8368

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<p></p><p>The vineyards of Herdade de Pegos Claros have about 40 hectares and are integrated in a total area of about 540 hectares whose occupation is national and international references of what was best produced as DOC Palmela</p>

Pgclrr6618

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<p>Hand-harvested in small boxes and carefully selected, the grapes were fermented in traditional lagares at controlled temperature and aged for 14 months in French oak barrels. Limited to just 3,600 bottles, Teixinha Aragonez Red wine delivers intensity and refinement in equal measure, making it an excellent companion for roasted meats, game dishes, and hearty Mediterranean cuisine.</p>

2872

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<p></p><p><span>In 1988, A Danish-American couple set out in a sailboat to find a place to start a family and plant a vineyard. They came to Alentejo, and in a land of white varieties, they planted red. And so begins the story of Cortes de Cima Family Vineyards</span></p>

Ctctn1064

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<p></p><p>In Zambujeira do Mar, where the high temperatures of the Alentejo are mitigated by the Atlantic, the concentration typical of inland viticulture is balanced by the freshness and humidity of the sea, leading to ideal maturation. The grapes ripen, thus, in a slow and balanced way, with cool and wet winters, mild summers and the constant presence of the sea winds, creating wines where elegance overrides robustness.</p>

Vic9373

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<p>After fermentation, the wine undergoes filtration and stabilization before being bottled, ensuring a consistent and pleasant drinking experience. This well-balanced wine is best enjoyed when served at a temperature of <b>16ºC to 18ºC</b>, making it an excellent and versatile choice for a wide range of casual moments</p>

Ear443

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<p></p><p><span>The grapes come from the emblematic Vinha do Taco and Vinha da Sobreira. These vineyards are non-irrigated, and therefore have profound root systems which allows for a good maturation of the grapes</span></p>

Cr7771

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<p></p> <p>Since its creation in 1942, Sogrape Vinhos has been investing in the main Portuguese wine regions. With a strong presence in Dão, Douro and Vinhos Verdes, entry into Alentejo - the national wine region with the highest growth rates - was natural and inevitable</p>

Hpsw6938

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<p></p><p>Susana Esteban was born in Tui, Spain. She holds a degree in Chemical Sciences from the University of Santiago de Compostela and a Master's degree in Viticulture and Oenology from the University of La Rioja. She began her trajectory as an oenologist in 1999 at Quinta do Côtto, and later worked as an oenologist at Quita do Crasto between 2002 and 2007. Both farms are located in the Douro. She has worked since the 2007 harvest as a consultant in different Alentejo producers, namely Tiago Cabaço Wines, Herdade do Barrocal, Monte dos Cabaços and Monte da Raposinha.</p>

Pmrd4119

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<p></p> <p>Herdade do Mouchão is an icon of Alentejo wines</p> <p></p>

Pmw9365