10 Year Tawny Port NV

The Tawny port produced by Casa de Santa Eufemia has a deep tawny hue and an aroma characterized by dry fruits, with slight floral and ripe fruit notes (some orange flower). It has a delicate style, balancing freshness and dryness. The wine exhibits good acidity and lightness, finishing with a subtle sweetness.

Brand: Casa De Eufemia
Region:Douro
Sub-Region:Corgo Cima
Varietal:Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Tinto Cão, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Francisca
Color:Red
Alcohol:19.0%
Size:750ml

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Country:Portugal
Climate:In Cima Corgo, which is east of Baixo Corgo, the average temperature is higher and rainfall not as prevalent.
Harvest Technique:Hand harvested
Soil:schist soils
Vineyard Size:45 ha
Year Planted/Vine Age:more than 15 years
Fermentation:The fermentation occurs in a granite treading tanks (lagares) with capacity of 5000 kg. The grapes fermented for 5 days, using traditional treading by foot. The temperature of fermentation was between 22 and 25 oC. The fermentation was interrupted by the addition of grape spirit (brandy) with 77% alc.
Elevage:In big oak cask with the capacity of 11.000 liters where they stay during the first 10 years. After they go to small casks of 550 liters (pipas) where they stay during more than 20 years.
Winemaker Name:Alzira Viseu Carvalho
Producer Website:https://www.qtastaeufemia.com/
Sustainable Practice:Yes