COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Touriga Nacional
PRODUCER
Fitapreta Vinhos
REGION
Alentejo
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Touriga Vai Nua Fitapreta Vinhos 2023 is a red wine from the Alentejo region of Portugal, made exclusively from Touriga Nacional grapes. Fitapreta Vinhos, established in 2004, champions a philosophy of minimal intervention and respect for native grape varieties and terroir. This wine is unique for its unoaked style, aiming to present the pure essence of the Touriga Nacional grape and the Alentejo landscape. The vineyards are cultivated on soils of schist and granite, with vines averaging 20 years in age, contributing to the concentrated character of the grapes.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€179
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Touriga Vai Nua' translates to 'The Touriga Goes Naked,' signifying its unoaked style.
Fact 02
Fitapreta Vinhos is committed to organic or Integrated Certified Production farming.
Fact 03
Grapes are harvested manually at night to preserve freshness.
Fact 04
The vineyards range from 7 to 50 years old, offering a spectrum of vine maturity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Touriga Vai Nua Fitapreta Vinhos 2023 is produced using 100% Touriga Nacional grapes. Key winemaking techniques include spontaneous alcoholic and malolactic fermentations, followed by a partial carbonic maceration. The wine is aged for a short period of 3 months in stainless steel tanks, ensuring an unoaked profile. Harvesting is conducted manually at night in 20 kg boxes. The vineyards are managed under organic or Integrated Certified Production principles, with no irrigation and no herbicides used.
