Churchill's Estates Grafite Touriga
P400-15
Churchill Graham SA
Churchill's Estates Grafite Touriga
Douro , Portugal
| Type: | General |
| Varietals: | 100% Touriga Nacional |
| Region: | Douro , Cima Corgo and Douro Superior |
| Vineyard Size: | Churchill's owns Quinta da Gricha, which encompasses 20 hectares of vineyards. This estate is situated in the Cima Corgo region, benefiting from a south-facing exposure and is classified as "A." Additionally, Churchill's has several estates located in the Douro Superior region. |
| Farming Methods: | Manual Harvest in 20-Kilogram Boxes |
| Soil: | Soils consist primarily of schist, with some granite outcrops. |
| Climate: | Mediterranean climate characterized by hot summers and cold winters. |
| Fermentation: | The grapes are hand-picked into small boxes of approximately 20 kilos and brought to the winery, where they undergo a careful selection process before being crushed. The vinification takes place in small stainless steel fermentation tanks. The grapes are fully destemmed and crushed. After 4 days of cold maceration, the fermentation process follows under temperature-controlled conditions. The juice is gently pumped over the skins during fermentation, which is long and even, ensuring good aromatic and polyphenolic extraction. |
| Winemaker: | John Graham and Ricardo Pinto |
| Elevage: | 12 months in the second and third years. |
| ABV | 13.5% | Sizes | 750ml |
ABOUT THIS BOTTLE
Founded in 1981 by winemaker Johnny Graham, who represents the fifth generation of his family to produce wine in the Douro Valley, Churchill's remains a family-owned independent producer. The Grafite Touriga Nacional is crafted exclusively from Touriga Nacional grapes grown on the estate's vineyards in the Douro region. This wine is characterized by its intense and complex palate, featuring aromas of wild basil complemented by notes of fresh green peppers and spices.
