Taste Profile
Black Fruit, Preserved Fruit, and Herbaceous, Smokey and Leather / Earthy
BODY: Medium
DRYNESS: Dry
ACIDITY: Medium +
TANNIN: Medium
ALCOHOL (%): Pronounced (12-14%)
Winemaking
Origin: Douro Valley, Portugal
Grape Varietals:
Tinta Amarela, Tinta Barroca, Tempranillo (Aragonez, Tinta Fino, Tinta Roriz), Touriga Franca, and Rufete
Winemaking:
Wild yeast
Maturation: 19-24 Months Oak Barrels
Awards:
Serving
WESTERN FOOD PAIRING
Roasted kid (goat) or pork, Cajun beef quesadillas, grilled Cod fillet with black olive tapenade and cabbage puree.
ASIAN FOOD PAIRING
Luis Seabra Vinhos
For nearly two decades, Luis Seabra has been at the center of a cultural shift in Portuguese winemaking, reclaiming historical vineyards, grape varieties, and techniques. He works with 8 hectares across Douro, Vinho Verde and Dao
Luis Seabra Indie Xisto Tinto 2021
Grape Varietals & Region: A field blend of Rufete, Tinta Amarela, Tinta barroca, Tinta roriz, Touriga franca from Douro, Portugal. The vines come from the Cima Corgo region. These vines were planted in 1950 in blueschist soils at an altitude of 510 metres above sea level
Taste Profile: This is an eloquent red wine, exuding scents of ripe, dark berries complemented by hints of supple leather. On the palate, it reveals itself as vibrant, delectable, and impeccably structured. This wine boasts mature tannins alongside a balanced acidity. The finish is invigorating and enduring.
Winemaking Process: The grapes ferment spontaneously with native yeasts in stone vats. The wine is aged for 22 months in used French oak barrels