
Real Companhia Velha Séries, Bastardo
Real Companhia Velha Séries, Bastardo
Bottle notes
Bastardo is typical grape from the Douro Valley, however also known in France as Trousseau. It is very well known in the Douro, not only for its constant presence in the Old Vines of the region, but for having a name which invoques something unwanted and controversial (The Bastard!). For us, Bastardo represents once more our passion for innovation and discovery, though this fabulously intense, elegante and fruitful red.
Winemaking
Bastardo, like Malvasia Preta, is planted at Quinta das Carvalhas with a south facing exposure. In comparison to other red grapes of the region, Bastardo is always the first to be picked as it is known for living a very short maturation cycle, and quite sensitive to rot when entering an overripening phase. We believe in this grape, not only for its good adaptability, but essentially for its strong varietal character with great expression on both nose and palate. The fermentation for this wine occurs in small stainless-steel tanks with pellicular maceration, followed by an ageing period of 12 months in used French oak barriques.
Tasting Notes
A very bright red, that impresses at first for its brick red colour, quirte unusual for a Douro Red. On the nose it reveals a very intense and complex fruity character with notes of wild berries, pomegranate and gooseberries. This wine primes for its intensity and elegance, showing nobility and finesse, with round firm tannins and a long, lingering finish. Offers immense adaptability for food pairing.
Food Pairing
Pheasant, Wagyu Beef, Duck Magret, Rebouchon Cheese
Details
Country: Portugal
Region: Douro
Alcohol: 14% VOL
Volume: 75cl
Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 10 years
Temperature: 16ºC
Grape: Bastardo
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