CARM Grande Reserva Tinto

We selected grapes of the varietals Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca and Touriga Nacional, all produced in CARM vineyards. The use of three varietals brings together the firm tannins of Tinta Roriz, the rock rose notes and soft tannins of Touriga Franca and the aromas of black fruits and berries and the very marked fresh floral notes of Touriga Nacional.

In 2017, there was a lack of rain and an intense heat (warmest year in the last 86) felt throughout the year, especially at the time of grape maturation. This challenged us to adopt a very demanding method of viticulture management to avoid “hydric stress”. Among the various viticulture techniques adapted to the weather conditions in the Douro Superior, the most relevant are the protection of the grape bunches by vegetation and a severe control of phenolic maturation to maximize the aromatic profile.

Grapes were vinified in our winery at Quinta das Marvalhas in Almendra, in the heart of Douro Superior.

Our winery is equipped with the latest technology and enables complete control of temperature, essential for our region of extreme climates. After grapes arrive at the winery, we eliminate clusters which are not in perfect condition. The grapes are then vinified with total de-stemming, soft crush- ing and thermal shock followed by a period of cold pre-fermentative maceration in the wine press for about 12 to 24 hours. The must is transferred to broad and low fermentation tanks, where the wines ferment for about 10 days at temperatures between

24 and 26° C. Malolactic fermentation occurred naturally and is finished in late December. Part of the fermentation process was made in oak barrels.

Producer: CARM - Casa Agricola Roboredo Madeira

Region: Douro (Superior)

Style: Red

Grape Varietals:
Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz

Tasting Notes: This wine's nose is very fresh and intense, with notes of wild black fruits and black cherries balanced with seductive hints of licorice. The aromas are made more complex due to subtle notes of vanilla from the wood. In the mouth, the wine is fabulously concentrated and has firm tannins and a smooth texture. The very persistent finish strongly displays the intensity of the wines of the Douro Superior.

Pairing: Meats, Cheeses, Mediterranean Cuisine

Ratings: Coming Soon