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Kelman Touriga Nacional 2018
17,90 €
It presents a delicate fruit aroma typical of the variety, predominantly floral notes of violet type and touches of ripe black fruit jam and sweet and mineral notes. In the mouth it presents itself with volume, structure and good acidity. Pleasant and persistent end, highlighting the complexity of aromas, body and presence in the mouth well marked and long. It can be consumed at once, for appreciators of structured wine or to take...
| Producer | Producer: Juliana Kelman Oenology: António Narciso |
| Region | Dão DOC |
| Grapes | Touriga Nacional (100%) |
| Winemaking | Manual harvest using the best plot of our Touriga Nacional. The grapes were transported in 22kg boxes to the cellar where they were totally destemmed, crushed and fermentation. A careful maceration was used to better express this variety's typical character. Malolactic fermentation occurred mainly in French oak barrels where it also aged for about 1 year. Free of any product of animal origin. Bottles: 6450 |
| Aging | 12 months in French oak barrels. |
| Capacity | 750 ml |
| Volume | Alcohol by Volume: 13.5% |
| Temperature | 16ºC - 18ºC Decanting is recommended. |
| Harmonizations | Strong meat dishes, traditional sausages and cured cheeses. |
Kelman Wines mission is to produce high-quality wines with native grapes harvested on your Quinta, highlighting the typicity and gastronomic aspects of the Dão, integrating traditional winemaking practices with a modern approach for the best expression of their terroir.
The Vineyard
The Kelman family vineyard is located in the heart of the demarcated region of Dão, a plateau surrounded by mountain escapes. It is one of the oldest and most traditional wine-making regions of Portugal. The vineyard has 6 hectares of native grape varieties that were planted in the year 2000. The vineyard stands at 450 meters above sea level on a mild slope. Sandy soils of granitic origin provide very good drainage. The temperate climate of continental influence brings cool, rainy winters and dry, sunny summers. Daily temperature amplitude favors grapes with a good balance between sugar and acidity, the key to producing elegant and fresh wines with great ageing potential.
Philosophy
Winemaking is a family business. They hope to share their vision of Dão, a place of elegant wines with plenty of ageing capability and that evolve well over time. More than that: a beautiful region with friendly people that sing on the day of harvest, following the tradition of many generations. It is also a region in transformation, with an increased number of producers crafting great wines from grapes harvested in their parcels. They see ourselves in this journey and welcome you to join the ride.
