Defesa Red 2021

• 75cl bottle

Intense berry and red plum aromas, with some notes of fresh woods. On the palate the wine is rich and intense, with a vibrant texture and a long and balanced finish.

Vineyards

Aragonez, Touriga Nacional and Syrah blend from 12-year-old vineyards, planted on granitic and schist soils.

Vintage

The 2021 agricultural year was a rainy year. During the vegetative rest period (autumn –winter) precipitation values were higher than the average of the last 22 years, with temperatures remaining mild. At the beginning of the vegetative cycle in spring, practically all the soils had their water reserves completely reestablished. The budburst occurred earlier, and the higher temperatures observed during the spring accelerated the vegetative development until flowering. In summer, milder temperatures contributed to a regular development of the vegetative cycle, allowing maturation to take place in a regular and balanced manner.

Winemaking

Each variety is harvested separately, de-stemmed, crushed and fermented in stainless steel tanks. Naturally occuring malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks.

Enjoy with:

• Grilled and Roasted Red Meats
• Pizza/Pasta
• Casseroles/Stews
• Mild Creamy Cheeses

Perfect with grilled beef skewers, barbeque or vegetable pie.