COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Castelão, Tinta Roriz, Trincadeira das Pratas, Aragonez, Syrah
PRODUCER
Vidigal Wines
REGION
Lisboa
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Júlia Florista Tinto is a red wine from the Lisboa region of Portugal, produced by Vidigal Wines. It is a tribute to Júlia Florista, a historical figure known as a flower seller by day and a Fado singer by night in Lisbon. The wine is a blend of traditional Portuguese grape varieties, including Castelão, Tinta Roriz (Aragonez), and Trincadeira das Pratas, with some bottlings also featuring Syrah. As a Vinho Regional Lisboa, it reflects the character of its coastal growing area, influenced by the Atlantic. Vidigal Wines, the producer, is a family-run company focused on delivering value and quality in their wines for both domestic and international markets.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€7
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after Júlia Florista, a 19th/20th-century Lisbon flower seller and Fado singer.
Fact 02
Embodies the bohemian spirit of Lisbon's historic streets.
Fact 03
A tribute to the poignant narratives often found in Fado music.
Fact 04
Vinho Regional Lisboa classification indicates regional origin and style.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Júlia Florista Tinto involves destemming the grapes followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Temperature control during fermentation is a key technique used to maintain the wine's fresh fruit character. Following fermentation, the wine is typically aged in stainless steel, remaining unoaked. It is then stabilized, filtered, and bottled. This method prioritizes the preservation of primary fruit aromas and a smooth, approachable palate, reflecting the producer's philosophy of delivering accessible, quality wines.
