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Kelman Dez Castas Red 2016
25,60 €
Each wine tells a story and Kelman Ten Grapes tells the story of Dão. The grapes came from a single plot with older vines (50 years on average) whose vines were planted in the old fashion of Dão. There are 10 different Portuguese grape varieties (Touriga Nacional, Jaen, Tinta Roriz, Alfrocheiro, Rufete, Touriga Fêmea, Trincadeira, Bastardo, Alvarelhão and Baga), typical of the region, all mixed which conditioned the vinification...
| Producer | Producer: Juliana Kelman Oenology: António Narciso |
| Region | Dão DOC |
| Grapes | Touriga Nacional, Jaen, Tinta Roriz, Alfrocheiro, Rufete, Touriga Fêmea, Trincadeira, Bastardo, Alvarelhão and Baga |
| Soil | Grapes came from a single plot with older vines (50 years on average) whose vines were planted in the old fashion of Dão. |
| Winemaking | There are 10 different Portuguese grape varieties, typical of the region, all mixed which conditioned the vinification together as they were in the vineyard. The grapes of the vineyard were manually harvested into 22kg boxes. Stalk removal, crushing and finally fermentation took place in granite lagar (press) after foot treading of the grapes. A careful maceration was made for best expression and typicity of the grape varieties, privileging the fruit extraction. Free of any product of animal origin. Bottles: 2620 |
| Aging | Third use barrels for 6 months and remaining time in stainless steel until it was bottled in March 2018 |
| Capacity | 750 ml |
| Volume | Alcohol by Volume: 14% |
| Temperature | 16ºC - 18ºC We recommend that it be decanted. |
| Harmonizations | Red meats, white meats, game dishes and cured cheeses. |
| Wine's Awards | 18,5 Points - Revista de Vinhos Magazine |
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.
