Soito 2015 Red
Terroir
The vineyards, planted in the Terras de Azurara sub-region, enjoy a typical Mediterranean climate, in granite soils. The vineyard was generous, with a density of 3500 to 4000 feet per hectare, provided 5 tons of grapes per hectare.
Vinification
Pruning: Double string, simple cord and guyot. Vinification and Stage: Vinification is classic in stainless steel vat with skin maceration for 8 days. The fermentation is controlled until 28ºC and has partial stage in French oak barrels for 9 months.
Analisys
Alcohol content: 13.9% Vol.
Total acidity: 5.07 g/L
Acidity volatile: 0.34 g/L
Dry extract: 29.7 g/L
Reducing sugars: 1.0 g/L
Alcohol content: 13.9% Vol.
Total acidity: 5.07 g/L
Acidity volatile: 0.34 g/L
Dry extract: 29.7 g/L
Reducing sugars: 1.0 g/L
pH: 3.86
Properties
| Characteristics | |
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The Winery: Soito Wines |
| Brand: Soito Wines | |
| Region: Dão | |
| Type: Red | |
| Vintage: 2015 | |
| Alcoholic Level: 13,9% | |
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Grape Varieties: 60% Touriga Nacional, 15% Tinta Roriz, 15% Alfrocheiro, 10% Jaen |
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Winemaker: Carlos Silva |
| Format: 75cl | |
| Tasting | |
| Colour: Red with brickish nuances. | |
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Nose: It has a very complex and delicate aroma with the expression of notes of very ripe red fruits, cassis and blackberry, married with a light touch of black pepper, cacao and vanilla. |
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Mouth: It is full and round, with a well structured body with the presence of educated tannins, good volume of mouth, high refinement and persistence. |
| Serving Temperature: 16ºC-18ºC | |
| Goes well with: Tradicional Dishes and strong cheeses. | |
