Sem Preconceito Reserva - 2022

Alcohol: 13% vol

Description

Produced at Quinta do Tamariz, in the Vinhos Verdes Demarcated Region (Sub-region of Cávado), Sem Preconceito Reserva 2022 is a limited edition rosé (only 1,333 bottles) made exclusively from Touriga Nacional grapes.

The wine is crafted from the first free-run juice (primeiras lágrimas) of whole grape clusters placed in the press without being pressed. This gentle method captures the purest essence of the fruit, preserving the distinctive color and aromatic profile of Touriga Nacional. Grapes were hand-picked from a small vineyard parcel, harvested in small boxes, and transported directly to the press to maintain maximum freshness.

The 2022 vintage was marked by an early flowering due to high spring temperatures, followed by a hot, dry summer with little northern wind, which enabled complete sugar-to-alcohol transformation. The result is an expressive, mineral-driven rosé that reflects both terroir and varietal character.

Tasting Notes

Visual: Clear, delicate pink hue.

Aroma: Intense red berry notes, elegant and fruity.

Palate: Dry, fresh, and mineral, with vibrant acidity, good aromatic expression, and a pleasant finish.

Style: Elegant and refined, highlighting the purity of Touriga Nacional in rosé form.

Food Pairing

Perfect with octopus, squid, or traditional Portuguese fish stews (caldeiradas).
Serving Temperature: 10ºC.

Technical Information

Denomination of Origin: Vinho Verde (DOC)

Type: Reserva Rosé

Grape Variety: 100% Touriga Nacional

Region: Vinhos Verdes, Sub-region Cávado

Soil: Granitic

Planting Density: 1,666 vines/ha

Exposure: South/West

Training System: Simple Cordon

Production: 1,333 bottles (750 ml)

pH: 3.05

Residual Sugar: <6.5 g/L

Total Acidity: 6.6 g/L

Enology Team: Jorge Sousa Pinto, Maria Francisca Vinagre, Joana Araújo

Vintage: 2022