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Esporao Defesa Red 2021

Medium Bodied Red

Size: 75cl

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Intense berry and red plum aromas, with some notes of fresh woods. On the palate the wine is rich and intense, with a vibrant texture. A long and balanced finish. Enjoy with: Grilled and Roasted Red Meats Pizza/Pasta Salads and Picnics Casseroles/Stews Mild Creamy Cheeses Francesinha (a smoked meat sandwich), grilled red meat or hard cheese.

14%

14%
ABV

Cork / Cork Type

Cheese & Pate

Cured & Smoked Meats

Pasta & Pizza

Red Meats, Stews & Casseroles

Tomatoes & Tomato Sauces

Medium Bodied Red

Touriga Nacional

Dry Sweetness

At a Glance

Description

Delivery

ABV: 14%

Country: Portugal, Alentejo

Closure: Cork / Cork Type

Enjoy With: Barbecues, Cheese & Pate, Cured & Smoked Meats, Pasta & Pizza, Red Meats, Stews & Casseroles, Tomatoes & Tomato Sauces

Wine Style: Medium Bodied Red

Grape: Shiraz / Syrah, Touriga Nacional

Vintage: 2021

Sweetness: Dry

The 2021 agricultural year was a rainy year. During the vegetative rest period (autumn /winter) precipitation values were higher than the average of the last 22 years, with temperatures remaining mild. At the beginning of the vegetative cycle in spring, practically all the soils had their water reserves completely reestablished. The budburst occurred earlier, and the higher temperatures observed during the spring accelerated the vegetative development until flowering. In summer, milder temperatures contributed to a regular development of the vegetative cycle, allowing maturation to take place in a regular and balanced manner.

Grapes
50% Touriga Nacional
50% Syrah

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