CLIMATE:

The wine-growing year of 2015 in the Douro region was, generally, hot and dry. As in the previous year, the rain was plentiful, and the vineyard used existing water reserves in the soil, thus maintaining the leaves green and protecting the grapes from the sun. Also, during the month of August, temperatures that were not too excessive, together with cool nights, allowed the vines to maintain their balance, resulting in high-quality and harmonious grape musts.

WINEMAKING:

The grape harvest was carried out in September. The grapes were transported in 25 Kg boxes to the winery. The complete alcoholic fermentation was done in the wine press by traditional treading (by foot). After that process, the wine was placed into old casks where the malolactic fermentation would occur. Aging was done in these same barrels for 20 months until the wine was ready for bottling.