Encosta do Forte
Arruda dos Vinhos is a region known for its extended vineyards on the hillside. This range portrays the hillside where the Quinta de S. Sebastião is located. The Encosta do Forte, also drowning in vineyards, stands on the higher ground property of the Quinta, reaching the ideal altitude to produce the most excellence grapes which are used in this range. In these wines you find a predominantly expressive notes, since they are fresh. soft and elegant wines. Originated from grapes such as Tinta Roriz or Touriga Nacional, for the red and rose wines. Arinto or Fernão Pires for the white wine.
Encosta do Forte
Reserva
Vineyards
Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal.
Mostly hillside vineyards.
Climate
Mediterranean with a strong Atlantic influence.
Soil
Clay-limestone
Vinification
Cold soak followed by 24°C fermentation in stainless steel tanks and three weeks on the skins. Ageing for 6 months in French oak.
60% Tinta-Roriz
40% Touriga-Nacional
Serve at 16-18°C
Alcohol Content 13,5%vol
Total Acidity 5,04 g/1
PH 3,45
Dark ruby color. young expressive aroma with notes of ripe fruit and some toasty notes. The palate is soft and elegant.
Best paired with meat dishes including roasts, game sausage and cured cheeses.
Encosta do Forte
White Wine
Vineyards
Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal.
Mostly hillside vineyards.
Climate
Mediterranean with a strong Atlantic influence.
Soil
Clay-limestone
Vinification
Pressed and clear 12 °C fermentation of juice in stainless steel tanks.
Arinto and Fernão Pires
Serve at 10-12°C
Alcohol Content 12,%vol
Total Acidity 6 g/l
PH 3.41
Wine with a lemon color with greenish tinge. expressive aroma with lychee type fruit and fresh floral paired well with floral notes of lime. The palate is soft, very easy and fresh.
Best paired with salads, seafood and all kinds of grilled fish.
Encosta do Forte
Rose Wine
Vineyards
Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal.
Mostly hillside vineyards.
Climate
Mediterranean with a strong Atlantic influence.
Soil
Clay-limestone
Vinification
Slight maceration followed by 12 °C fermentation of juice in stainless steel tanks.
Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz
Serve at 10-12°C
Alcohol Content 12,5%vol
Total Acidity 4.12 g/1
PH 3,49
Wine with an intense pink color, strawberry and blackcurrant fruit aroma with a with slight and spicy to it. The palate is fresh. soft and and elegant.
Best paired with asian food. oily fish and some seafood dishes with some spice.
Encosta do Forte
Red Wine
Vineyards
Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal.
Mostly hillside vineyards.
Climate
Mediterranean with a strong Atlantic influence.
Soil
Clay-limestone
Vinificação
Cold soak followed by 24°C fermentation in stainless steel tanks.
Tinta-Roriz and Touriga-Nacional
Serve at 16-18°C
Alcohol Content 13,5%vol
Total Acidity 4.25 g/1
PH 3,88
Wine with an intense ruby color with expressive notes of berry and an aroma with chocolaty notes. The palate is soft and elegant.
Best paired with red meats. sausages. game and cod.
