Monte da Raposinha Ensaio #V Blanc de Noir Brut Nature
Discover Monte da Raposinha Ensaio #V Blanc de Noir Brut Nature, a distinctive sparkling wine from the Montargil region, Portalegre, in Alentejo. With an organic production method and benefiting from a cool and humid microclimate, thanks to the proximity to the Montargil Dam, this wine reflects the best and most differentiating of the Monte da Raposinha terroir. Created exclusively from Touriga Nacional, this sparkling wine is a unique expression of the variety.
Made through innovative vinification and irreverent approaches, this Blanc de Noir is obtained by gently pressing the entire bunch, following the classic method with free yeast. Maturation in the bottle for 12 months before disgorgement highlights its complexity and finesse.
Monte da Raposinha Ensaio #V presents notes of citrus and white-fleshed fruit, complemented by a light note of bread dough. The fine bubble and excellent acidity give it a refreshing finish, making it ideal with fish and seafood, sushi, ceviches and fish tartars, vegetarian dishes and cold salads. An elegant choice for special moments or to enhance any meal with sophistication.
Furtiva Lagrima Red
Discover Furtiva Lagrima Red, an exceptional wine from the Montargil region, Portalegre, in Alentejo. Influenced by the cool, humid microclimate created by the proximity to the Montargil dam and rooted in pebble soils, this wine reflects the rich river history of the area. Produced only in exceptional years, Furtiva Lagrima is a limited edition that highlights the best of the Alicante Bouschet grape variety and the Monte da Raposinha terroir.
Careful vinification begins with a rigorous thinning of bunches, ensuring limited production to maximize quality. Manual harvesting and meticulous selection in 15 kg boxes precede alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel lagares, followed by a 23-month aging period in new French oak barrels. The final batch is a careful selection of the best barrels.
Furtiva Lagrima Tinto (or Fvrtiva Lagrima) offers a penetrating aroma of black fruit, with balsamic and spicy notes, complemented by a harmonious integration of barrel notes. In the mouth, it reveals itself to be voluminous and concentrated, with polished tannins and a persistent elegance, culminating in a delicate and long finish. Ideal to accompany meat, game, cheese and sausage dishes, this wine elevates any meal and it is recommended to decant it beforehand for a full experience.
Maria Antonieta Red
Discover Maria Antonieta Red, an elegant and complex wine from the Montargil region, in Portalegre, Alentejo. This organic wine, a tribute to the family matriarch, is produced exclusively with Touriga Nacional grapes, grown in pebble soils that highlight the delicacy and unique character of the variety. The proximity to the Montargil Dam creates a cool and humid microclimate, ideal for the full development of the grapes.
Vinification involves careful manual harvesting, with total stemming and light crushing, followed by alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel mills at controlled temperatures. The wine matures for 23 months in used French oak barrels, gaining complexity and a polished structure.
On the palate, Maria Antonieta Red reveals aromas of red fruit, sour cherry and ripe plum, complemented by touches of licorice and well-integrated wood. In the mouth, it is dense and elegant, with firm tannins and a fresh finish. Ideal to accompany meat, game, cheese and sausage dishes, this wine reveals itself even better if previously decanted. A true Alentejo treasure that promises to enrich any table.
Monte da Raposinha Reserve Red
Manual harvesting for 15kg boxes. Total de-stemming with slight crushing after selecting the grapes. Fermentation in stainless steel vats at controlled temperatures. Partial aging (60%) for 12 months in used French oak barrels. Notes with floral notes and bergamot from Touriga Nacional and ripe red fruit, to which are added the light and toasted notes of the barrel. Mouth with good acidity, volume and present but soft tannins.
Monte da Raposinha Reserve Chardonnay White
The bunches were harvested by hand and selected on the sorting mat. After being de-stemmed, a 6-hour pre-fermentative cold maceration followed. Fermentation took place slowly in 400 and 500l French oak barrels, where the wine then aged for around 9 months. Notes of orange peel and ripe citrus, roasted apple, light buttery and integrated barrel notes. in the mouth it has good volume, balanced acidity and a surprisingly fresh finish.
Monte da Raposinha Reserve White
The grapes were harvested manually, gently de-stemmed and pressed after careful sorting in the cellar. Fermentation took place in stainless steel vats and used 400L and 500L oak barrels. Aging with fine lees and bâtonnage. Elegant orange and lemon peel, white flowers and peach aromas. The presence of barrel aging is discreet. In the mouth it is creamy, with crisp acidity and minerality giving a long finish.
Monte da Raposinha Grand Reserve Red
Manual harvesting for 15kg boxes. Total de-stemming with slight crushing after selecting the grapes on the sorting mat. Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel mills at controlled temperatures. Aged for 23 months in used French oak barrels and 1 and a half years in bottle. Notes of black and red fruit well integrated with notes of spice and slightly smoked barrel. in the mouth it has delicate tannins, good volume and very present acidity, which makes it simultaneously powerful and elegant.
Monte da Raposinha Test IV Alicante Bouschet Red
Manual harvesting for 15kg boxes. Total de-stemming, without crushing the berries, after careful selection of the grapes. Spontaneous fermentation in a stainless steel press. Malolactic fermentation and aging in stainless steel tanks. Deep color, aroma of ripe wild fruits and a slight note of eucalyptus leaves with volume, good acidity and present but soft tannins, it shows surprising freshness.
Monte da Raposinha Test III Arinto White
Manual harvesting for 15kg boxes. Total de-stemming and gentle pressing, after careful selection of the grapes. Spontaneous fermentation in 400l and 500l French oak barrels. 7-month internship with lipstick. Wine with excellent acidity, typical of the variety, combined with the creaminess that comes from the battonage. Citrus aroma, green apple, with some minerality. A light smoky note adds another complexity to the wine.
Monte da Raposinha Test II Touriga Nacional Rose
Manual harvesting for 15kg boxes. Light pressing of whole bunches, after careful selection of the grapes. Spontaneous fermentation in used French oak barrels. Aging for 7 months in barrels with batonnage. Light rosé wine, with a very open salmon color, dry and with excellent acidity combined with the soft creaminess given by the work of the fine lees. The aroma reveals very fresh red fruit, peach, light floral and vegetal surrounded by notes of discreet barrel.
Monte da Raposinha Test I Trincadeira Red
Manual harvest in 15kg boxes. Total de-stemming, without crushing the berries, after careful selection of the grapes. Spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel mills with minimal intervention. Malolactic fermentation and aging in stainless steel tanks. The Trincadeira grape variety in the Monte da Raposinha terroir made it possible to create a red wine with a low alcohol content, open color, good acidity and very soft tannins. The aroma reveals fresh red fruit and dry tobacco leaf.
