Alentejo. Monte da Candeeirinha near Serra d'Ossa highlands- high temperature fluctuations.
Crafted by blending wines from Trincadeira (famous for Port production), Aragonez (known elsewhere as Tempranillo, Cencibel, Tinta del Pais, Roriz…) and Alicante Bouschet grapes separately vinified in small tanks. Aged in French and American barrels during 12 m.
Dark fruit aromas interwoven with vanilla hints from oak aging, smooth on the mouth, fine tannin structure- can be enjoyed now or cellared for ~5 y.
Decant and serve at 16 ºC with red meats, barbeque fare hard cheeses and roasted nuts.