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 year 2023 was defined by hot and humid conditions. Average temperatures remained above the long-term norm for most months until August. It was a generous year in terms of rainfall, with December 2022 and June clearly exceeding average precipitation. This trend of above-average rain extended into harvest time, which was not particularly welcome for us.
Fermentation:
After gentle destemming, fermentation took place in stainless steel vats at 24°C, using selected yeast strains to emphasize the wine's primary fruit character. Gentle pump-overs ensured soft tannin extraction, avoiding over-extraction. Total skin contact was limited to 10 days. Malolactic fermentation occurred in stainless steel to preserve the wine’s freshness. The wine was bottled early with minimal oak influence, showcasing red berry, floral, and spice notes in a fresh, easy-drinking style.
Aging:
Kept in stainless steel tanks until bottling.
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.
