COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Syrah, Touriga Nacional, Petit Verdot
PRODUCER
ManzWine
REGION
Península de Setúbal
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Contador de Estórias (The Storyteller) is crafted by ManzWine, a boutique project founded by André Manz in the historic village of Cheleiros. While the estate is highly famous for single-handedly reviving the nearly extinct white Jampal grape, this red expression showcases their expertise in sourcing premium fruit from the Península de Setúbal. This coastal region, heavily influenced by the Atlantic Ocean and the Sado River, provides a unique microclimate that allows late-ripening varieties to develop intense flavors while retaining fresh acidity. The wine is designed to celebrate the traditional art of Portuguese storytelling, bringing people together over a rich and engaging narrative in the glass.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Contador de Estórias' translates to 'The Storyteller,' celebrating the rich oral traditions of historic Portuguese villages.
Fact 02
While ManzWine is based in Cheleiros near Lisbon, they specifically sourced these grapes from Península de Setúbal for its distinct terroir.
Fact 03
The blend seamlessly marries Portugal's flagship Touriga Nacional with French powerhouses Syrah and Petit Verdot.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are hand-harvested at optimal phenolic ripeness. Upon arrival at the winery, they undergo total destemming followed by gentle crushing. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with prolonged skin contact to extract deep color, firm structure, and complex aromatics. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels for approximately 6 to 9 months, allowing the tannins to soften and integrating subtle spice notes before final blending and bottling.
