Personalities of Trás-os-Montes...
THE HISTORY THAT WAS BORN IN TRÁS-OS-MONTES
This project had the precious help of the illustrious Professor Olinda Dagge. More than a researcher on this project, she was always a precious friend.
To make known the Transmontanos who marked the regional, national or world history that Prof. Olinda Dagge mentioned, at Quinta do Sobreiró de Cima we use the different faces of the Tinta Roriz variety, also known as Tempranillo, Aragonês, Abundante, Cencibel, Tinto del País, Ull de Lebre, Tinto Fino and Tinta de Toro. A variety that, for being valued, also conquered the world.
Thus, we also did it in a differentiating way, because from the same grapes we made three wines that are so different and that stand out due to their oenological method.
TRÁS-OS-MONTES PERSONALITIES TRIOLOGY
We honor outstanding people from Trás-os-Montes, also valuing the Tinta Roriz variety, showing all its potential and its faces.
Surprise yourself and enjoy!
THE WINES
ORIGIN Santa Valha (Valpaços) ALTITUDE 350m
SOIL sandy and granitic
Castro Sarmento - Quinta do Sobreiró de Cima - White (Blanc de Noir)
A Jesuit philosopher, he fled to England where he became Rabbi of the Jews, he became famous for the famous “England water”, which is still used today.
VINIFICATION AND AGING
This personality inspired the Tinta Roriz white, in which only the tear must was used for winemaking. Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats was followed by a 3-month period in used barrels, with fine lees, to make them smoother and more gastronomic.
TASTING
Distinct, aromas of candied fruit with notes of red fruits, citrus and condensed milk. Fruity, crunchy freshness and long persistence. Serve at a temperature of 10ºC.
Vergueiro - Quinta do Sobreiró de Cima - Rosé
He was the pioneer of anti-slavery in Brazil, a pioneer in hiring free labor. It is one of the largest families in Brazil, with this family generating 2671 marriages.
VINIFICATION AND AGING
The Tinta Roriz Rosé was made with an open spout with the must that followed the white.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats was followed by a 3-month period in used barrels, with fine lees, to make them smoother and astronomical.
TASTING
Excellent balance and elegance, aroma of red fruits with tropical and citrus nuances, good acidity and prolonged finish.
Serve at a temperature of 8ºC.
Abade de Medrões - Quinta do Sobreiró de Cima - Tinto
Politician and supporter of controversies, Freemason, writer (author of the important “Manual Politico do Constitucionalismo”), exalted liberal. He attacked celibacy and praised Freemasonry. The Cardinal-Patriarch banned his work. He was deputy of the Cortes in 1822. He was a historian of great importance for the region of Trás-os-Montes.
VINIFICATION AND AGING
In Tinta Roriz Red, it was fermented with the dough, with little extraction. Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats was followed by a 3-month period in used barrels, with fine lees, to make them smoother and astronomical.
TASTING
The nose has ripe fruits of abundant beauty, in the mouth soft ripe plum, a firm tannin and slightly spicy notes.
As for the color, we let it stand out in a white glass bottle. Serve at a temperature of 17ºC.
