Casa de Mouraz Elfa 2017

The “memory” of memories. Old vine, blended varieties of grapes, species of ampelographic catalog, diversity in all its splendor. There are about 30 varieties, co-fermented and co-planted simultaneously. It’s an authentic wine, exceedingly personal and elegant.

Vineyard Vineyard with granite soil aged of 80 years old. Altitude range of 300 m.

Harvest Manual harvest in early September

Vinification Spontaneous  fermentation in stainless steel vat. Long maceration after the fermentation. Ageing in tank for 24 months. Unoaked.

Region Dão DOC

Varieties 30 local grape varieties such us Baga, Jaen, Tinta-Pinheira, Alvarelhão, Alfrocheiro, Bastardo, Camarate, Cornifesto and much more (this wine don’t have Touriga-Nacional).

Type red wine

Vintage 2014

Alcohol 14 %

Total acidity 5,45

Produced quantity 5000 bottles

Bottling date August 2017

Food pairing Wild mushrooms risotto and game dishes, especially poultry.

Awards

50 Great Portuguese Wines in Norway / Julia Harding Selection (vintage 2013)

90 Points / Tasted 100% blind by Andreas Larsson (vintage 2013)

50 Great Portuguese Wines in USA / Joshua Greene Selection (vintage 2010)