COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Tempranillo
PRODUCER
Vinícola Brasília
REGION
Cerrado de Altitude
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Tempranillo Brasília 66 Anos is a special edition red wine produced by Vinícola Brasília to celebrate the 66th anniversary of Brazil's capital city. It is made from 100% Tempranillo grapes grown in the Cerrado de Altitude region of the Federal District. This region, characterized by its high-altitude savannah environment, offers a unique terroir with sunny days and cool nights. A distinctive viticultural practice employed by Vinícola Brasília is the 'colheita de inverno' or winter harvest, achieved through double pruning, which allows grapes to mature during the dry season. Vinícola Brasília itself is a cooperative founded in 2018, bringing together ten wine-producing families who share resources and expertise, with a philosophy that blends tradition and innovation. The winery's labels often pay homage to Brasília's modernist architecture.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Commemorates Brasília's 66th anniversary.
Fact 02
Grown in Brazil's high-altitude savannah (Cerrado).
Fact 03
Utilizes a 'winter harvest' technique.
Fact 04
Producer is a cooperative of ten wine families.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Tempranillo Brasília 66 Anos involves modern winemaking techniques adapted to the unique conditions of the Cerrado de Altitude. A defining characteristic is the 'colheita de inverno' or winter harvest, achieved through a double pruning method that allows grapes to mature during the dry season. This innovative approach to viticulture is central to the winery's philosophy. While specific fermentation details are not provided, modern practices likely focus on temperature control to manage extraction and preserve fruit. Some of Vinícola Brasília's red wines undergo aging in French oak barrels for approximately 12 months, suggesting a potential for oak influence in this commemorative bottling. The winery operates as a cooperative, uniting ten families and sharing expertise to produce distinctive wines.
