Truques Red
Ladies and gentlemen, the show is about to begin!
Straight from the extraordinary stage of the Douro, we present TRUQUES – our most vibrant creations, made to light up celebrations and delight friends with a touch of magic.
Inspired by the world of circus and illusion, these wines blend surprise, lightness, and pure pleasure in every sip. Here, the trick is simple: only the very best of the Douro in every act.
A young, elegant, and easy-drinking red, great with lighter fare. Pop open a bottle, gather your friends, and let yourself be carried away. Let the show begin!
2023
TASTING NOTES
Colour
Medium-intensity purple
AROMA
Expressive and fruit-forward, with notes of redcurrant, fresh cherry, red blueberries, and a subtle touch of licorice that adds depth.
PALATE
Light on the palate with soft tannins and a delicate body. The fruit flavors carry through with clarity and freshness, ending clean and pleasant.
Technical Information
Grape Varieties
60% Touriga Nacional, 40% Touriga Franca
SPECIFICATIONS
Alcohol – 13% Total Acidity – 5,00 (g/l) pH – 3,68 Residual Sugar – 0,6 g/l Contains sulfites
Winemaking Details
Viticulture:
The 2023 vintage was warm and humid, with helpful rainfall in December and June, contributing to healthy vines and high-quality grapes, despite some rain during harvest.
Fermentation:
After gentle destemming, fermentation took place at 24°C in stainless steel vats, with soft pump-overs to extract smooth tannins. Skin contact was limited to 10 days, preserving freshness. Malolactic fermentation occurred in stainless steel.
Aging:
The wine was aged in stainless steel for freshness and purity.
Winemaker:
Mariana Rosária
FOOD PAIRING
Excellent with grilled chicken, pasta in tomato or vegetable-based sauces, and even simple cod fish dishes, whether in steaks or shredded with olive oil and herbs.
