Textura 'Textura da Estrela' Tinto, Dão, Portugal 2018
Regular price
$38.00
Pickup available at DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
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Textura is a boutique winery in the Dão region, renowned for its focus on organic farming and minimal-intervention winemaking. "Textura da Estrela" showcases the complexity and elegance of Portugal's indigenous grape varieties and the unique terroir of the Serra da Estrela foothills.
- WINEMAKER: Jorge Serôdio Borges and Sandra Tavares da Silva
- FARMING: Organic (conversion in progress)
- VARIETY: Blend of Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, and Jaen
- TERROIR: Vineyards are planted at 450–600 meters altitude on granite soils with sandy textures, influenced by the cool climate of the Serra da Estrela mountain range.
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested grapes are fermented with native yeasts in stainless steel and concrete vats. Gentle extraction techniques preserve the purity of fruit.
- AGING: Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels (25% new) and an additional 6 months in bottle before release.
- TASTING NOTES: Aromas of ripe blackberries, red currants, and violets with hints of spice and earthy minerality. The palate is refined and structured, with fresh acidity, fine tannins, and a long, elegant finish.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Perfect with roasted lamb, grilled pork, or mushroom-based dishes.
Regular price
$38.00
Textura is a boutique winery in the Dão region, renowned for its focus on organic farming and minimal-intervention winemaking. "Textura da Estrela" showcases the complexity and elegance of Portugal's indigenous grape varieties and the unique terroir of the Serra da Estrela foothills.
- WINEMAKER: Jorge Serôdio Borges and Sandra Tavares da Silva
- FARMING: Organic (conversion in progress)
- VARIETY: Blend of Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, and Jaen
- TERROIR: Vineyards are planted at 450–600 meters altitude on granite soils with sandy textures, influenced by the cool climate of the Serra da Estrela mountain range.
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested grapes are fermented with native yeasts in stainless steel and concrete vats. Gentle extraction techniques preserve the purity of fruit.
- AGING: Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels (25% new) and an additional 6 months in bottle before release.
- TASTING NOTES: Aromas of ripe blackberries, red currants, and violets with hints of spice and earthy minerality. The palate is refined and structured, with fresh acidity, fine tannins, and a long, elegant finish.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Perfect with roasted lamb, grilled pork, or mushroom-based dishes.