Oscar’s Rosé

Less is more, and the Oscar’s Rosé 2022 is living proof of that. With a shorter maceration process, this wine boasts a delicate color that’s as refreshing as it is beautiful. But don’t let the light color fool you – this 100% Touriga Nacional wine is packed with flavor, with notes of bright fruit and a crisp finish that’ll leave you wanting more. So if you’re looking for a wine that’s both light and delicious, the Oscar’s Rosé 2022 is the perfect choice!

2022

TASTING NOTES

Colour

Light salmony, golden-copper

AROMA

Fresh and clean with pure aromas of pears, roses and strawberries.

PALATE

The entry is fresh and creamy, intense pear flavors mixed with cranberries and pastry notes. Beautiful fresh and dry finish with a gastronomic salty bite.

PRESS COMMENTS & ACCOLADES

Wine Advocate

87/100

The 2022 Oscar’s Rosé is all Touriga Nacional, very dry and coming in at 13.3% alcohol. The winery said, “We bring a new style to Oscar’s line. We always say less is more, so we did less skin contact to express the purity and freshness of high-altitude Touriga Nacional vineyards.” This has dried blue fruits and an easy, understated feel to it. It doesn’t have a lot of energy or vibrancy, though. That zing and zest that some have won’t be found here. It is a pink for sipping on the porch without too much obsession. It tastes great, in a dry fashion. I wouldn’t hold it too long. It will be perfect this summer.

Wine Enthusiast

87/100

Technical Information

Grape Varieties

Touriga Nacional (100%)

SPECIFICATIONS

Alcohol - 13,00% Total Acidity - 4,9 (g/l) pH - 3,34 Residual Sugar - 0,6 (g/l)

Winemaking Details

Viticulture:
The 2022 growing season was marked by a hot and dry winter, as well as an unusually dry and hot spring and summer. However, the vine managed to mature and recover thanks to rain and lower temperatures in early September. The harvest began on August 24th, with the Touriga Nacional grape variety being picked on September 19th for the Rosé.

Fermentation:
The grapes were carefully selected and pressed whole-clustered before being fermented using selected yeast. This process helped to preserve the natural flavors and aromas of the grapes.

Aging:
After fermentation, the wine was aged for 3 months with regular battonage. This process involved stirring the lees to enhance the wine's texture and impart a creamy mouthfeel.

Winemaker:
Teresa Batista

FOOD PAIRING

Fruit salad, crab salad, mozzarella & tomatoes