Assobio Red
DOC Douro
DOURO – ALTITUDE – FRESHNESS
Close to one of Quinta dos Murças’ boundaries, we can find a valley formed by steep slopes.
Here, in this mostly north-facing location, which is more sheltered from the sun, we can hear the wind whistling when it blows. The Assobio range comes from vines like those found there, from plots with unique characteristics, and planted at higher altitudes.
Concept
Respecting the winegrowing tradition of the world’s oldest demarcated region, the wines produced are based on the region’s indigenous varieties. Versatile and gastronomic, they express the Douro’s freshest side.
Harvest Year
It was a year marked by a winter that was warmer and drier than usual and a spring with large temperature fluctuations and rainfall. Early summer was marked by thunderstorms and heavy hail at the end of June and a cooler and more humid July. The temperatures increased in August, which accelerated ripening. We started harvesting the red grapes on 6 September, with good acidity and intensity.
Viticulture
Soil Geology: Schist
Age of Vines: About 20 years
Varieties
Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca
Vinification
Manual harvest, sorting table, destemming, crushing, pre-fermentation cold maceration, alcoholic fermentation with controlled temperatures (max. 25°C), pneumatic pressing.
Ageing
10% of the blend aged in French oak barrels for 6 months.
Bottling
November 2022
Technical Information
Alcohol / Volume: 13.0%
Total Acidity: 5.2 g/l
pH: 3.70
Reducing Sugar: <1 g/l
Available Formats
375 ml, 750 ml, 1500 ml, 3000 ml, 5000 ml, 9000 ml
Winemakers’ Notes
Lourenço Charters
Colour
Red, with violet hues.
Aroma
Intense and lively, dominated by red fruits.
Palate
Good concentration, where its freshness and elegance stand out.
Awards & Reviews
2017 Harvest:
92 pts | Highly Recommended
2015 Harvest:
Wine Spectator | Top 100 Best Values
2014 Harvest:
Wine Spectator | 90 pts
Mundus Vini | Silver
2012 Harvest:
Mundus Vini | Gold
2011 Harvest:
Wine Enthusiast | 94 pts
