2024 Quinta de Saes Rosé, Dao, Portugal
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Tinta Roriz and Jaen with 15% Baga and Cabernet Sauvignon
Dão is widely recognized as one of Portugal’s most distinctive fine-wine regions, shaped by granitic soils, mountain protection, and a temperate climate that balances continental warmth with Atlantic influence. Vineyards planted at elevations of roughly 400 to 600 meters ripen slowly, preserving natural acidity and aromatic finesse. Within this setting lies Quinta de Saes, a historic estate near Vila Nova de Tazém that forms part of Álvaro de Castro’s family properties alongside Quinta da Pellada. After inheriting the estates in 1980, Álvaro revived the family’s winemaking tradition and released the first Quinta de Saes bottling with the 1989
vintage, today working in close collaboration with his daughter Maria Castro.
Manually harvested. A short press (called “lagrima”) then a slow fermentation in stainless steel vats in order to preserve all the elegance and aromatic characteristics. The Jaen and Tinta Roriz are harvested first, and the Baga and Cabernet are added later to introduce complexity and transform the wine. Fragrant, mineral with tropical fruits notes. Smooth and fresh on the palate with elegant fruit and balanced acidity that provides a very long finish.