COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Syrah, Tinta Roriz, Castelão
PRODUCER
Vidigal Wines
REGION
Tejo
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Porta 6 Tejo 2023 is a red wine from Vidigal Wines, a family-owned producer with a history dating back to the early 1900s. The wine originates from the Tejo region of Portugal, an area north of Lisbon that enjoys a climate influenced by the Atlantic. This vintage, 2023, is characterized by its spicy and fruity notes. The wine is a blend of Syrah, Tinta Roriz, and Castelão grapes. Vidigal Wines has invested in new technology to enhance its operations, with a significant portion of its production destined for export markets. The Porta 6 Tejo is bottled in PET, a material chosen for its practical benefits.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€8
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Bottled in PET, making it lighter and less prone to breakage.
Fact 02
A blend of Syrah, Tinta Roriz, and Castelão grapes.
Fact 03
Tejo was formerly known as Ribatejano region.
Fact 04
Vidigal Wines exports approximately 90% of its production.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Porta 6 Tejo 2023 is produced by Vidigal Wines, a company that has integrated new technology into its operations. The wine is a blend of Syrah, Tinta Roriz, and Castelão grapes. The winemaking process focuses on fermentation techniques that aim to preserve the wine's inherent fruity and spicy characteristics. A notable aspect of its production is the use of PET bottles for packaging, a choice that addresses practical considerations such as weight and breakage resistance.
