POMAR DO ESPÍRITO SANTO | RESERVE 2012
RED WINE | CHELEIROS
The mystery and charm of Cheleiros
join their fertile properties and extraordinary minerality of the earth,which originate this intense, complex and elegant reserve.
An amazing red wine, made with the Portuguese Touriga Nacional, Aragonez and Castellan grape varieties
and stage a year in French oak barrels with American top.
TECHNICAL
GRAPE VARIETIES
Aragonez, Touriga Nacional and Castelão.
WINEMAKER
Ricardo Noronha.
SOIL
Clay-limestone.
CLIMATE
Mediterranean climate influenced by the Atlantic.
WINEMAKING PROCESS
The grapes were destemmed,
followed by fermentation for 8 days in stainless
steel vats at controlled temperature.
Pre-fermentation maceration.
Maturation in French and American oak follows for 12 months. Aged in bottle for 6 months.
COLOR
Ruby red color.
AROMA
Delicate and complex.
The elegant fruity aroma of cassis, is coupled smoothly with spicy aromas that add aromatic complexity.
PALATE
Captivating harmony between the structure,
greasiness and aromas.
Good acidity gives freshness and induces longevity.
The tannins, elegant and well gifts,
instill the tasting a “dialogic” character.
FOOD PAIRING
Recommended for pairing with cheeses and meat dishes,
in general, especially baked.
Serve at a temperature between 16º C and 18º C.
How to get there:
GPS coordinates
38º 53’ 20.48” N 9º 19’ 44.28” W
By car: Lisboa> Cheleiros
In Lisbon, take the A5, CREL/A9 e A16/IC16 e N9 until you reach Cheleiros.
By train + Táxi/Uber: Lisboa > Sintra > Cheleiros
Lisboa > Sintra – Take the Sintra Line
Departure stations:
• Estação do Oriente
• Estação do Rossio
• Estação de Entrecampos
Sintra > Cheleiros – By taxi/Uber and take the N9 towards Mafra / Pêro Pinheiro until you reach Cheleiros.
