The most recognized brand nationally, the wines come from a special terroir, where the sun of Alentejo perfectly combines with the soil and produces grapes with a lot of character, producing strong and vigorous wines without losing freshness. The first single estate wine created exclusively from grapes from Herdade de São Miguel. Located in Redondo.
Growing Conditions
2023 was a year of exceptional quality at Casa Relvas. Spring was very dry and without disease pressure. The vineyards were comfortable with their water needs during the beginning of the growing season, as temperatures were quite low. During the summer and during the ripening season, temperatures were normal with no heat waves. Cicadella was a real challenge in the region, ripening was slow, promising a unique harvest of great complexity.
Soil: Clay and Schist
Harvest
Manual harvested with selection in the vineyard.
YIELD (TON/HA): 3
Winemaking
Fermentation with indigenous yeasts with controlled temperature between 21ºC and 25ºC. Fermentation in stainless steel with whole berries and 20% of stalks. Maceration of 30 days. Malolatic fermentation in French oak barrels.
Volatile Acidity | 0,93 g/l
Aging
18 months in 5000L french oak foudre
Nose
Red berries and orange blossoms with some balmy notes.
Palate
Nice acidity and soft tannins, persistent fruity finish.
Appearance
Light Ruby
Food Pairing
Soft cheeses, stewed meats and red meat.