Kopke Winemaker's Collection Tinto Cão Tinto

Description

Kopke Winemaker's Collection Tinto Cão Rosé is a red wine from the Douro, Portugal, produced by Kopke. The winemaking is by Ricardo Macedo. It is made from the Tinto Cão grape. Vintage 2022. Winemaker's Collection identifies a unique collection of Douro DOC wines under which limited editions are released in red, white and rosé, numbered and signed by winemaker Ricardo Macedo. For this rosé Reserve, the Tinto Cão grape was selected, one of the most distinctive varieties of the Douro, characterised by small bunches and dense skins. Showing captivating acidity and soft yet robust tannins, this grape offers good ageing potential, longevity and freshness. An elegant, broad and complex rosé that was aged in the cellars of Quinta de S. Luiz. Only 2,541 bottles are available. It has a salmon colour. Faint floral notes combine with a blackcurrant aroma that stands out within a bouquet of fresh fruit. On the palate, it impresses with its texture, elegance and silky character, with slight smoky notes that enhance its complexity. It pairs well with seafood dishes, oily fish, white meats and cheeses. Serve at 10–12 °C. With 12.5% ABV, it comes in a 0.75 L bottle. Score: Robert Parker 92/100. To get the most from this wine, open the bottle a few minutes before serving and pour it into a wide-bowled glass, which allows the aromas to breathe. For younger, more concentrated wines, a brief decanting helps soften the tannins. Store the bottle on its side, in a cool, dark place free from temperature fluctuations. Once opened, reseal the bottle and keep it in the refrigerator to preserve the aromas.

Vintage

2022

Food pairing

Red meat, game, cheese