Quinta de Lemos Jaen 2009 Tinto

These vineyards are located in the sub-region of Silgueiros at an altitude between 350 and 400 metres. This grape variety is recognised for having smooth leaves, a short distance between nodes and a bright green hue. The vine is cultivated within an integrated protection programme: the use of herbicides is prohibited. Infestation control is carried out through soil movement. The grape harvest is done by hand, variety by variety, when the ideal ripeness point is reached, usually in the second half of September. The harvest is collected in small 10 kg boxes. These wines are obtained after fermentation at a controlled temperature, in order to preserve their aromatic elegance, in large wooden barrels and stainless-steel tanks, for 20 days. The wine is produced by malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels and has a subsequent maturation period of 18 months to enhance its structure and complexity. Quinta de Lemos Jaen 2009 has an aroma of red fruit, great exuberance, a slight touch of raspberry, resinous floral notes typical of this variety, mint. The palate is very balanced, sensual and with a savoury finish. Contains sulphites.