Queen variety of Portuguese grapes, Touriga Nacional is known for its floral identity. A fragile identity that will be lost with time, aging and contact with barrels. This essay shows the pure Touriga, in a rare version, aged only 3 months in vat, so that it clarifies in a natural way. The grapes are from schist soils and the fermentation occurred spontaneously. Does the Touriga go naked? Yes!...

Production follows a protocol of sustainable agriculture and yield is controlled and quality improved by hard pruning, removal of secondary shoots, and bunch thinning. At optimum maturity the grapes are handpicked in small boxes permitting the quality-control steps of bunch selection in the vineyard and on the sorting table. Grapes develop and mature in the hot and dry Mediterranean climate...

This Portuguese wine is made from Touriga Nacional grapes and has a deep garnet colour. Its nose is characterised by minerality, floral notes and aromas of black fruit. On the palate, it is intense and of high persistence, with very present tannins and a great structure. Its recommended serving temperature is 16°C to 18°C and it pairs well with tapas, grilled meat and well seasoned dishes....