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Alva Magna Reserve Red 2016
12,70 €
Being a tribute to the river Alva, which gives its name to the sub-region where the vineyard with more than 80 years is located, the Alva Magna Red wine comes from a blend of native grapes from the region of Dão, which result in an elegant aroma wine, harmonizing fruit and wood notes, with mature black cherry, light chocolate. A soft and polished red wine, with a nice mouth volume and great persistence, a well-integrated present...
| Producer | Quinta Vale do Cesto |
| Region | Dão DOC |
| Grapes | Old Vineyards |
| Aging | 12 months in barrels of French oak. |
| Volume | Alcohol by Volume: 13% Bottle Size: 75 cl |
| Temperature | 16ºC |
| Harmonizations | Traditional meat dishes like roasted lamb or veal. |
A story where secrets transform into wines full of strength and expression, getting the memories in the details of their aromas... the best of the terroir is present in these wines.
Counting already with three generations of history, Quinta do Vale do Cesto, in Oliveira do Hospital, was found in 1987 but its lands have old vineyards, which transform their wine into a memorable and high-quality product.
In 2015 with about 8 hectares of vineyard, assumed a new project of renewal showing the world the best of Dão region.
In 2016, presents its first wines: Muros Vadios White, Red and Rose, Selected Harvest of 2015, and Serra D’Alva Red (2015).
In 2017, presents Alva Magna Red and White (large reserves of 2015).
The 2016 harvests were awarded by the Regional Wine Commission with four medals, two gold for Reds and two silver for whites.
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