Harvest
2008Color
RedWinemaker
José Neiva CorreiaCountry
PortugalTerroir
Quinta de Porto Franco Single EstateVinification Method
Classic fermentation method with destemming and pre fermentative skin contact followed of the application of dry yeasts. Fermentation up to 30º C in the first 2/3, and lowering down to 20º C during the last 1/3. During the whole fermentative process, pumping over 2 times per day, using each time half of the volume contained in the vat. After the alcoholic fermentation, the cap is plunged for 30 days, and during that period, extraction of the gentle tannins is conducted, along with the malolactic fermentation and the natural stabilization of the wine. Ageing
Wine is aged in French of Allier oak barrels of 225 Lt for 3 months. Ageing in bottle a minimum 3 months after bottling.Tasting Notes
The deep ruby colour of this wine indicates its full bodied, fruity style. Full of character yet extremely smooth, it has a delicious flavour of ripe berry fruits and violets completed by oak spice. The finish is dry and lasts exceptionally well on the palate. How to Serve
Excellent with food or by itself. Will accompany, for example, pasta, meat, and vegetarian cheese dishes. Gross weight
8,3 kgs (6x75cl) or 16,4 kgs (12x75cl)Pallet configuration
135 cases (6x75cl) or 68 cases (12x75cl)15 cases/level x 9 levels or 16 cases/level x 4 levelsEuro pallet configuration
96 cases (6x75cl) or 48 cases (12x75cl)12 cases/level x 8 levels or 12 cases/level x 4 levelsCase dimensions
330x235x155 or 310x235x340Bar code
Bottle (EAN13) = 560 031219063 2 // Case (ITF14) 12x75cl = 2 560 031219063 6 // Case (ITF14) 6x75cl = 1 560 031219063 9Harvest
2008ABV at 20ºC%
13,0Volume at 20ºC g/cm3
0,9943Total dry matter g/dm3
33,6Volatile acidity (in acetic acid) g/l
0,51Total acidity g/l
5,40Fixed acidity g/l
4,76pH
3,80SO2 (free) & (total) mg/l
32/96
