Sub-Region: Cima Corgo
Grape varieties: Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo), Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional and Tinta Barroca
Vinification: 100% destemming, fermentation with temperature control, and daily manual pumping over. Matured in French and American oak barrels for 8 month.
This wine was not filtered. It may through a deposit with age.
Colour: deep red colour.
Aroma: young, rich and powerful nose. Red ripe fruits with a hint of spices and vanilla aromas.
Taste: soft, full-bodied and long finish.
Alcohol (%vol): 13,0
Total acidity (g/l tartaric acid): 5,48
Residual sugar (g/l): 1,60
Total SO2(mg/l): 95
Drink now through 2006 at 16-18 ºC.
Total production: 20.000 bottles.
Bottled in July 2003.
Winemaker: G & R Consultores
Press
E.Longa Reserva 2002: “Best By” Revista dos Vinhos; 17/20 Revista dos Vinhos