Caminhos Cruzados Reserva

The grapes come from vineyards in the Dão, a high-altitude granite landscape; specific information on the vineyard sites or soils for this wine has not been published. The grapes are harvested by hand into 15-kg crates, then the varieties are selected separately, destemmed and fermented and macerated in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks. After malolactic fermentation, part of the wine matures for around 18 to 20 months in French oak casks, while the remainder stays in stainless steel. It is described as showing fresh, ripe dark fruit, woodland berries and subtle spicy or undergrowth notes. On the palate, the wine is juicy, full-bodied and elegant, with good acidity, integrated tannins and a long finish. The 2018 vintage received Gold in 2022 at the Concours Os Melhores Vinhos do Dão and Silver in 2023 at the Decanter World Wine Awards. ([vinhos14regioes.pt](https://www.vinhos14regioes.pt/products/caminhos-cruzados-reserva-2018-tinto?utm_source=openai))