Carm Tinto

Descrição

CARM A top-tier wine, accessible and internationally recognised. The grapes are vinified in our winery at Quinta das Marvalhas, in Almendra, in the heart of the Upper Douro. We select grapes from the Tinta Francisca, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca and Touriga Nacional varieties, all grown on our own estates. These four varieties are combined to bring together the round tannins of Tinta Francisca, the firm structure of Tinta Roriz, the floral and smooth tannins of Touriga Franca, and the dark fruit, wild berry aromas with fresh, floral notes strongly characteristic of Touriga Nacional. Vinification: In our modern winery, with full temperature control, we remove any bunches not in perfect condition. The grapes undergo full destemming, gentle crushing and thermal shock, followed by a pre‑fermentative cold maceration in a press for about 12 to 24 hours. After this process, the musts are transferred to wide, low fermentation tanks, where they remain in maceration for 8 days at 22 °C. Aging: 18 months in barrels, 70 % French oak (225 L) and 30 % American oak (300 L). This wine pairs wonderfully with meats, cheeses and Mediterranean cuisine.