Varieties
Pinalta Classic was produced from traditional grape varieties of the Douro region: Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barroca. The fruits of these unique varieties were selected of vineyards located in the Pinhão valley area.
Winemaking, ageing and storage
Pinalta Classic epitomizes all Douro facets combined in liquid form: rough nature, the biodiversity of old woods and stonewalls, and man’s traditional treatments for protecting the vineyards. Crushed by feet fruits release all nature’s soul, handled closer skillful hands. Following the ancient’s inspiration, wine is then moved into oak barrels to expand its persuasive taste.
Tasting notes
Pinalta Classic has a clear and deep color. The aroma is intense and complex, with notes of red fruit and black fruit (jam, black fruit, and prunes). It also shows some smoked notes, spices (white pepper), vanilla and coffee. The palate is full-bodied and balanced wine, marked tannins, fresh acidity with an intense aroma. It has a long and penetrating finish.
Technical details
Pinalta Classic is a quality wine that you can keep for several years. It should be kept in horizontal position in a cool, dry place.
Classic goes well with roasted calf or a Feijoada. In order to reach its fullness, it should be open 1-2 hours before serving.
It may require decanting due to not having been filtered, for better aging.
It should be served between 16 º and 18 º C.
Alcohol: 14,3%; Total acidity: 5,0 g/l (tartaric acidity); Residual sugar: 2,2 g/l; pH: 3,61.
Pinalta Classic was produced from traditional grape varieties of the Douro region: Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barroca. The fruits of these unique varieties were selected of vineyards located in the Pinhão valley area.
Winemaking, ageing and storage
Pinalta Classic epitomizes all Douro facets combined in liquid form: rough nature, the biodiversity of old woods and stonewalls, and man’s traditional treatments for protecting the vineyards. Crushed by feet fruits release all nature’s soul, handled closer skillful hands. Following the ancient’s inspiration, wine is then moved into oak barrels to expand its persuasive taste.
Tasting notes
Pinalta Classic has a clear and deep color. The aroma is intense and complex, with notes of red fruit and black fruit (jam, black fruit, and prunes). It also shows some smoked notes, spices (white pepper), vanilla and coffee. The palate is full-bodied and balanced wine, marked tannins, fresh acidity with an intense aroma. It has a long and penetrating finish.
Technical details
Pinalta Classic is a quality wine that you can keep for several years. It should be kept in horizontal position in a cool, dry place.
Classic goes well with roasted calf or a Feijoada. In order to reach its fullness, it should be open 1-2 hours before serving.
It may require decanting due to not having been filtered, for better aging.
It should be served between 16 º and 18 º C.
Alcohol: 14,3%; Total acidity: 5,0 g/l (tartaric acidity); Residual sugar: 2,2 g/l; pH: 3,61.
