COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Trincadeira Preta, Jaen
PRODUCER
Quinta dos Termos, Lda
REGION
Beira Interior
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Quinta dos Termos Doc Tinto 2019 is a red wine from the Beira Interior DOC in Portugal, produced by Quinta dos Termos, Lda. It is a blend of Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Trincadeira Preta, and Jaen. The grapes are cultivated on granite soils on the southern slopes of the Serra da Estrela mountain range, benefiting from a Mediterranean climate with continental influence. The winery, a family-owned business led by the third generation, has been producing wine since 2001, focusing on indigenous grape varieties and sustainable production methods.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€6
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes grown on southern slopes of Serra da Estrela.
Fact 02
Uses traditional Portuguese varietals: Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Trincadeira Preta, Jaen.
Fact 03
Fermented in stainless steel amphorae.
Fact 04
Family-owned winery since 2001.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Quinta dos Termos Doc Tinto 2019 involves partial crushing of the grapes, followed by a fermentative maceration of 8-10 days in stainless steel amphorae at temperatures between 25-30°C. A post-fermentative maceration of 15 days is then carried out. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in new French oak barrels. The producer emphasizes sustainable viticulture and biodiversity in their vineyard practices.
