PLEASE NOTE: This is a recurring auction. The seal number(s) you see on the photos might differ from the one(s) on your bottle(s). 2019 Real Companhia Velha Séries Donzelinho Branco White 1 x 0.75L 2018 Real Companhia Velha Séries Rufete Red 1 x 0.75L 2021 Real Companhia Velha Séries Cerceal Branco White 1 x 0.75L 3 x Bottles 0.75L Douro Region DESCRIPTION Real Companhia Velha is the oldest wine company in Portugal, having celebrated 265 years of existence and uninterrupted activity. Since its foudation on the 10th september 1756 by Royal Charter of D. José I, King of Portugal, under the auspices of his Prime Minister, Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo, Marquis of Pombal, the importance of this chartered Company was reflected by the valuable services to the community, being the most relevant, the demarcation of the Douro region – the oldest wine appellation in the world. Since 1960, Real Companhia Velha has been run by the Silva Reis family, who have dedicated their efforts to the production of both Port and Douro wines, focusing on the study and development of the Douro terroir. The Company owns 5 quintas in the Douro valley – Quinta das Carvalhas, Quinta de Cidrô, Quinta dos Aciprestes, Quinta do Casal da Granja and Quinta do Síbio – with a total vineyard surface of 557 ha. The Series wines represent our passion for innovation and experimentation in the search for new and interesting wines. This effort reflects the backstage work developed by our winemaking and viticulture team, through a selection of more than 30 different indiginous grape varietals (some close to extinction) plnated at our estates in the last 20 years. Thus, the grand objective is to search for a new style of Douro wine through the most distinct varieties and test it amongst our consumers. WINEMAKER: Jorge Moreira. 2019 Real Companhia Velha Séries Donzelinho Branco White 1 x 0.75L AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS 17.5 Points, Vinho Grandes Escolhas (2019 Vintage) 89 Points, Falstaff (2018 Vintage) 89 Points, Hudin.Com (2018 Vintage) 17.5 Points, Vinum Magazine (2017 Vintage) WINE VARIETIES: Donzelinho Branco (100%). VINIFICATION The grapes are harvested by hand and transported to the winery in 20kg boxes. After going through a manual selection process, the bunches are de-stemmed, and the grapes are pressed in a pneumatic press. After decanting for 24 hours, alcoholic fermentation of the must follows in stainless steel vats at 14-16ºC. The wine ages in 70% stainless steel tanks and in a used French oak barrel (30%) both during the battonage process for a period of 6 months until bottling. TASTING NOTES Donzelinho Branco has a very unusual and exotic style, with an intense aromatic and varietal profile where floral nuances and suggestions of aromatic herbs such as rosemary and oregano emerge. In the mouth it is a fresh wine, where the flavors can be guessed in the aroma, but with a light structure and great amplitude with a mineral nature and an excellent finish, to which its very lively acidity contributes greatly. SERVING Given its light structure and low alcohol content, it pairs very well with Middle Eastern cuisine, namely curries, or dishes based on fish cured in citrus fruits. In Portuguese cuisine, we suggest grilled fish or crayfish with green sauce. Serve at 10ºC. 2018 Real Companhia Velha Séries Rufete Red 1 x 0.75L AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS 17.5 Points, Vinho Grandes Escolhas WINE VARIETIES: Rufete (100%). VINIFICATION The grapes are harvested by hand and transported to the winery in 20kg boxes. After undergoing careful manual selection, 30% bunches are de-stemmed, and the grapes are lightly crushed before being sent to the fermentation tank while the remaining 70% are sent to the same tank with the entire bunch. The alcoholic fermentation of the must follows in stainless steel vats at 24-26ºC. The wine ages in used French oak barrels for a period of 12 months until bottling. TASTING NOTES A beautiful red with a reddish color, not very concentrated, typical of the variety. It presents aromas of ripe forest fruits, spices, white pepper and light vegetable nuances. A wine with a medium structure, very elegant and round, with soft tannins and full of flavors that can be discerned on the nose. Finishes long and persistent. SERVING A great partner for aged beef tartare, roasted octopus, game casserole and some traditional roasted sardines from São João. As a vegetarian suggestion: dishes based on beans, chickpeas, lentils or guacamole. Serve at 16ºC. 2021 Real Companhia Velha Séries Cerceal Branco White 1 x 0.75L WINE VARIETIES: Cerceal Branco (100%). VINIFICATION The grapes are harvested by hand and transported to the winery in 20kg boxes. After going through a manual selection process, the bunches are de-stemmed, and the grapes are pressed in a pneumatic press. After decanting for 24 hours, alcoholic fermentation of the must follows in stainless steel vats at 14-16ºC. The wine ages in new (50%) and used French oak barrels over the battonage process for a period of 6 months until bottling. TASTING NOTES Cerceal has a beautiful citrine color. On the nose it is delicate and complex, with notes of white petals, green plum and citrus, combined with vegetal nuances that give it a lot of freshness on the nose and suggestions of fine toast from its aging in barrels. In the mouth it is intense and enveloping, with flavors that can be guessed on the nose, a fatty and smooth texture, and a very lively acidity that provides a long and refreshing aftertaste. SERVING A wine that pairs well with a variety of fish from our coast, including brill, sea bass or garlic prawns. It also pairs well with soft cheeses. As a vegetarian suggestion, dishes based on sweet potatoes, turnips or beets. Serve at 10ºC-12ºC.