Vidigal Julia Florista Red is a delightful red from Vidigal Wines, crafted in the hilly terrains of Lisbon, Portugal. This wine is a blend of native Portuguese grape varietals including Castelão, Touriga Nacional, and Tinta Roriz. The vineyard benefits from a temperate maritime climate with cooling Atlantic breezes, promoting balanced ripening of the grapes. Traditional in its approach, the winemaking emphasizes preserving the natural fruit character, utilizing stainless steel fermentation to maintain bright, fresh acidity. This approachable cuvée has been appreciated for its juicy palate and is often noted for delivering exceptional value. While not particularly known for awards, the Julia Florista series is celebrated for its name homage to a famous local flower vendor, reflecting the cultural roots in each bottle.
Varietal: Castelão, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz
Appearance: Bright ruby red with moderate translucency and a youthful shine.
Nose: Aromas of ripe red berries, cherries, and a hint of floral notes such as violet.
Palate: Juicy red fruit flavors like strawberry and raspberry with medium body, soft tannins, balanced acidity, and a smooth, easygoing finish.
Ideal Pairings: Meats (pork, beef), poultry (game birds), cheese (soft cheeses like Brie or Camembert)
Harvesting Methods: Hand-harvested
Residual Sugar: 4 g/L
ABV: 12.5%
Total Acidity: 5.5 g/L
pH: 3.5
Designation: null
