Passadouro
Reserva
- 2020
- 2019
- 2017
- 2016
Characteristics of the vintage
2020 was marked by two distinct periods. First during winter and up to the end of May, the high rainfall replenished the soil's water reserves. However, the humidity led to some downy mildew attacks that we successfully controlled. Then from June onwards, very hot and dry conditions resulted in low volumes of wines that show great quality and character.
Harvest
The plots used to make this wine were harvested between September 16th and 18th.
Terroir
Altitude: 100-300 mts
Age: 75 years
Soil: Schist
Plantation system: socalcos, traditional walled terraces made with schist stoneVinification
All the grapes are harvested and sorted by hand before being destemmed. Selected yeasts are used to master the fermentation cycle. The fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature between 25 and 27°C. Malolactic fermentation follows in stainless steel tanks and in French oak barrels.
Blend
55% Touriga Nacional, 45% Field Blend Old Vines,
Maturing
The wine is aged in French oak barrels of 225 litres for 12 months: 90% in new barrels, 10% from barrels of one vintage.
Tasting notes
The Passadouro Reserva 2020 presents a rich ruby red hue. The nose offers aromas of ripe blackberry and plum, followed by hints of vanilla and spice from oak ageing. Its balanced palate features firm tannins and bright acidity, leading to flavours of dark fruit and a subtle touch of chocolate. This wine has a grand ageing potential in bottle.
Carlos Agrellos - Technical Director - 2025
Bottling date: May 17th 2022
Production: 3135 bottles
Wine Analyse
Alcohol content:
15% vol.
Residual sugar:
0.87g/l
Total acidity:
5.4g/l
pH:
3.61
