Menin Dona Beatriz Magnum Tinto

Description

Menin Dona Beatriz Tinto Magnum is a red wine from the Douro, Portugal, produced by Menin Wine Company. The winemaking is overseen by João Rosa Alves and Tiago Alves de Sousa. It is made from a field blend of old vines. Vintage 2019. Winemaking of Menin Dona Beatriz Tinto: The grapes are transported in 20 kg crates and kept in a cold room to preserve their aromatic freshness before pre-fermentation maceration. They are sorted on a conveyor belt by whole cluster, followed by destemming and a second selection on a sorting table, berry by berry. The berries are only crushed as they enter the vat, with the entire process relying on gravity. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats, and after malolactic fermentation the wine is transferred to carefully selected new 225-litre French oak barrels. Barrel ageing lasted 20 months. After bottling, the wine rests for about a further 18 months. Predominantly Tinta Amarela, Touriga Franca and Tinta da Barca, among 54 grape varieties. It shows a brilliant ruby colour. On the nose, it surprises with a combination of dried roses, forest fruits, black plum, cedar and nutmeg. On the palate, it is enveloping, with very fine tannins, full of elegance and depth. It pairs well with grilled red meats, roast kid goat and cured cheeses. Serve at 16–18 °C. With 15.5% ABV, it comes in a 1.5 L bottle. To get the most from this red, 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 lying down, in a cool, dark place free from temperature fluctuations. Once opened, reseal the bottle and keep it in the refrigerator to preserve the aromas.