Pessegueiro Reserva Red DOC Douro Portugal

The Pessegueiro Reserva Red DOC Douro is a rich and complex Portuguese red wine, marked by aromas of black fruits and spicy notes, with balanced tannins and a lingering finish
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Grape Varieties and Terroir
Grape Varieties: Touriga Nacional (40-50%), Touriga Franca (40-50%), Tinta da Barca (20% for some vintages) 

Soil / Terroir: Schist (Xisto/Schist), typical of the Douro region.
Climate: Hot and dry summers, with optimal grape ripening and preservation of good freshness and aromatic intensity despite the heat 

Vinification
Harvest: Hand-harvested in 22 kg crates, grapes cooled for 12 hours before destemming and light crushing 

Fermentation: By gravity in wooden foudres, complete alcoholic fermentation, followed by malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks 

Aging: In 225L and 600L barrels and old casks for about 12 months 

Techniques: Gravity vinification, minimizing the use of pumps, to preserve the finesse and integrity of the wine 

Physicochemical Characteristics
Alcohol: Generally around 14% ABV 

Residual sugar: Typically 14 g/L (for the 2020 vintage).
Total acidity: About 5.2 g/L, pH 3.6-3.7 depending on the vintage 

Contains sulfites: Yes.

Tasting Notes
Color: Brilliant ruby.
Aromas: Black fruits (blueberry, plum), cocoa, menthol, sometimes spicy or toasted notes from barrel aging 

Palate: Fresh, fine and well-balanced tannins, well-integrated acidity, marked persistence and aromatic explosion. Very elegant wine with a rich and sustained structure 

Serving and Storage Recommendations
Serving temperature: 16-18°C 

Decanting: Decanting recommended about 1 hour before tasting to release all aromas.
Storage: Bottle stored horizontally, in a cool, dry place, away from light 

Food and Wine Pairing
Recommended dishes: Grilled red meats (ribeye), roasted lamb with herbs, coq au vin, typical Portuguese stews (cozido, tripe Porto style) 

Aging / Peak
Youth: 1-2 years after the vintage (e.g. 2024-2025 for 2023).
Maturity / Peak: 3 to 10 years depending on the vintage ( 

This wine is ideal for lovers of powerful and elegant red wines from the Douro, combining the richness of local grape varieties and traditional Portuguese know-how.