Calcario 2018
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Portugal
The property's 151 acres are spead over clay-limestone soils that dominate the gently hills of this property. The entire vineyard is dry farmed. With a base of red wine (Principal) and our use of gravity flow winemaking, we are able to produce a red wine that reflects the nature of the limestone rich soils: with its expressive fruit, vibrant acidity, minerality and rich texture.
Harvest Note
A great year with enough warmth to properly mature the Cabernet Sauvignon and Touriga Nacional. The Merlot was added to give more fleshiness and soft tannins to the final blend.
Tasting Note
Vivid ruby with a medium-intensity core. Aromas of dark fruits, such as black plum, combined with rockrose and spices. Full-bodied, with mouthwatering acidity and well-integrated medium tannins. Captivating and persistent finish.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 50% Touriga Nacional 30% Merlot 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
APPELLATION: Bairrada DOC
PH: 3.67
ACIDITY: 5.52 g/L
ABV: 13.72%
AGING: Perfect to drink now but will age beautifully up to 2034-2036
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 0.9 g/L
Unique Selling Points
- From the Taylor Fladgate Family
- Portugal is a top tourist destination, 2.4M Americans visited in 2025
- The entire vineyard is dry farmed
- 151 acres are spread over clay-limestone soils that dominate the property
- Gravity flow winemaking
“‘Proudly produced in Portugal’ is Fladgate’s promise to offer the finest wines on a national and international scale.”
– Stéphane Point
