Wine Concept

Respecting the tradition of the world’s oldest demarcated wine region, these wines are produced only from native varieties. Versatile and gastronomic, they express the cooler side of the Douro.

Agriculture

Another hot year, with mild and above-average winter temperatures but with high precipitation. Spring was also warm, which led to the vine cycle being advanced by approximately 10 days. Therefore, in the summer, with water reserves in the soil, maturation went well, and the vines were ready very quickly. We harvested the first grapes for Assobio Red on August 30th, with an excellent balance.

SOIL GEOLOGY
Schist

Grape Varieties

Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz

Vinification / Maturation

Harvested and selected by hand, pneumatically crushed, subjected to alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperatures (12-14ºC).

In stainless steel vats.

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DOURO – ALTITUDE – FRESHNESS

At the edge of Quinta dos Murças’ boundaries, we find a valley formed by steep slopes. In this place, primarily north-facing and more protected from the sun, when the wind blows, we can hear it whistle.

Assobio comes from vineyards such as these, from plots boasting unique characteristics and planted at higher altitudes. The product of the region’s most traditional grape varieties, our fresh and versatile red, white and rosé Assobios are distinctly gastronomic wines.

Wine Makers

Lourenço Charters

Colour

Slightly reddish pink.

Aroma

Elegant, fresh red fruits come to the fore, while hints of vegetable aromas afford it greater freshness.

Palate

Delicate, elegant, with good acidity and a fresh and persistent finish.

Sizes

750 ml

Bottling

January 2024

Alcohol/Volume

12.5 %

Total Acidity

7.15 g/l

pH

3.19

Reducing Sugar / Baumé

0.6 g/l