Transcript Cardeal Touriga Nacional Reserva

CARDEAL TN
Reserva
DÃO D.O.C
PORTUGAL
Selling story “Cardeal TN”
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The origins
Cardeal Touriga Nacional Reserva comes from the “Dão” region from the single
estate of the Enoport Group in this area – “Quinta da Beirã”, Beirã Estate.
Enoport Single Estates in
Portugal:
Total of 6.64 ha of land
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About “Quinta da Beirã”
"Quinta Beirã" is located in the heart of the demarcated region of Dão.
The soils are granitic and are planted on terraces facing west.
"Quinta Beirã" has a total area of 6.64 ha, the soils are granitic and are planted on
terraces facing west. The varieties planted in the Estate are exclusively red Touriga
Francesa (60%) and Touriga Nacional (40%) - and certified for the production of wines of
Controlled Designation of Origin Dão.
The vineyards are planted in trellises to allow a mechanized harvest and the property
has a drop-by-drop irrigation system.
The grapes of this property give rise to the Cardeal Reserve DOC Dão Touriga Nacional.
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About “Quinta da Beirã”
Note: In this picture we can see the grandiose granite wall so peculiar and distinct in this
terroir.
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About “Dão” region:
The Dão D.O.C. was created in 1908 and is situated in central north Portugal next to the
Caramulo, Buçaco and Estrela Mountains. This geographical context protects the area
from humidity of the ocean and from the aggressing winds of the continent thus
creating an ideal microclimate for the vineyards.
The weather, despite being seasoned, it's cold and rainy in winter and very hot and dry
in summer, but there are micro climate variations of great importance to the quality of
the wines.
The vineyards are installed on land of low fertility, with several predominantly granitic
bedrock outcrops that appear to the south and west of the region.
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“Curiosity”
"The “burgundy” bottle (round shape) used in “Cardeal” marks the identity of the wines
from the Dão DOC region. It´s a long tradition of using this bottle that has started in a
time where the labeling industry was not developed and therefore the bottle was used to
distinguish the region of origin of the wines.
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Grapes varietals
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TOURIGA NACIONAL
Touriga Nacional is the dominant variety in Dão and Douro region. It’s considered one
of Portugal’s finest grapes. Touriga Nacional yields inky, full-bodied, powerful wines with
exceptional aromas. It frequently shows blackberry, blueberry, rock rose and rosemary
notes. Its renown has caused its spread throughout all regions from the northernmost
corners and down to the Algarve, and it is even exciting the interest of vine growers
abroad. Touriga Nacional wines age well and gain aromatic complexity with barrel aging.
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Tasting Notes
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CARDEAL TOURIGA NACIONAL RESERVA
Designation
Dão DOC
Grapes
Touriga Nacional
Color
Garnet.
Aroma
Fruity with notes of jam and wild fruits.
Flavour
Of great complexity, rich in noble and elegant tannins giving it longevity
and persistence.
Winemaking
Total destemming long skin maceration and alcoholic fermentation at
82ºF.
Maturation
9 months in new Allier oak barrels.
When and how to
Drink:
Pairs well with delicacies made with grilled red meats or with sauce,
game and structured cheeses. Serve at a temperature of 61-64ºF.
Analytical
parameters:
Alcoholic strength (%): 13,5%
Total acidity (g/l): 5,6
pH: 3,42
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Selling points
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SELLING PROPOSITIONS:
Wine 100% Touriga Nacional – considered the best
Portuguese grape variety for red wines.
 Aged 9 months in new Allier oak barrels.
Umbrella Brand Caves Velhas.
D.O.C. wine, i.e with designation of controlled origin, meaning
that it has the certification of coming from the Dão demarcated region.
Won several medals :
Concours Mondial Bruxelles – Silver
International wine and Spirit Competition –Bronze
International Wine Challenge - Commended
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About “Umbrella Brand”
Caves Velhas is the umbrella brand for Cardeal Reserva Touriga Nacional. The company
was founded in 1936 to market branded wines and since then has built among the
consumers an image of tradition, recognition and know how.
Caves Velhas was integrated in the Enoport United Wines has a umbrella brand that due
its recognition helps to reinforce the brands that it is linked to.
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About us
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HISTORY
Portugal has an ancient tradition in wine making. Its very different weather and soil
conditions made possible the creation of several distinctive wines in a small territory.
Enoport Group – ENOPORT UNITED WINES - unified some of the oldest and well
known Portuguese wine companies, such as Caves Velhas, Caves Dom Teodósio,
Adegas Camillo Alves, Cavipor and Caves Moura Basto, all with recognition in national
and foreign markets. Joining the experience with the newest management and
technology techniques, new companies were created, based on three major core
business areas - Agriculture/Tourism, Production and Distribution - each aiming
excellence and the commitment to the high standards demanded by a global
market.
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PORTFOLIO
From the merger of different wine companies, Enoport Group is privileged to have a
wide range of brands from all the Portuguese wine regions. In Enoport you can find
a wine for every occasion and recently we segmented our portfolio in different
ranges to make customer’s choice easier and in accordance to their needs. The
ranges are Single Estate wines, very limited editions; Prestige wines, high class for
special moments; Signature wines, safe choices for special daily moments; Casual
wines, informal for daily routine and relaxing moments. A range of Sparkling wines
and Spirits is also available, as well as, for special market needs, exclusive own brands
and customers own brands from D.O.C. to table wines.
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COMPANY AWARDS IN 2009 AND 2010
59
Awards
in
National
and
International
Competitions
in
2009.
119 Awards in National and International Competitions until October 2010.
Increase of 100% compared to 2009, what shows the bet of the company
in improving the quality of its wines.
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CHIEF WINEMAKER CURRICULUM
Born in 1964, is married and has three children.
With Higher education in Agriculture and Food Sciences and Nutrition, he has specialized in
Winemaking at the Wine Station in Beira Litoral, one of the most prestigious institutions for research
and development of Portugal.
For 25 years exercising Winemaking, during his activity has taken improvement internships in Spain,
Italy and South Africa.
Connoisseur of winemaking in all Portuguese regions, have produced wines in Dão, Bairrada, Lisboa,
Alentejo, Tejo, Douro and Vinhos Verdes, considering this last one the excellence region in the
Iberian Peninsula to produce distinct white wines.
In his professional career has collected more than 200 medals in national and international
competitions.
In spare times, enjoys listening to music, playing tennis and mountain biking.
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