Pormenor Tinto 2020

Pormenor Tinto 2020 (Douro, Portugal) is a field blend of Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Barroca, and Rufete from 60+ year-old east and north-facing vineyards at 500m in Soutelo do Douro, Cima Corgo. The vintage was warm and low-yielding, with grapes harvested in late August to preserve freshness and balance. Fermentation was spontaneous with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel, partly with stems, followed by four weeks of gentle maceration. The wine aged 20 months in used French oak (225L), bottled unfined and unfiltered with minimal intervention.
Violet in color, the nose is discreet yet fresh, showing mineral tones, green hints, and subtle wood. The palate is light, elegant, and mineral-driven, with red and black fruit, round tannins, and a touch of wet stone. Oak is well integrated, supporting a medium-long finish.
Alcohol 13.2% · TA 5.7 g/L · pH 3.69 · 12,286 bottles (750ml), plus limited magnums and large formats. A precise, fresh Douro red made in a restrained style, approachable now with potential to evolve in bottle.