Leading winery in the Do region founded in 1990. Excellent value for money & known as a brand related to high quality wines in Portugal. They are from the iconic region of Do in northern Portugal which is known for its magnificent mountains (Estrela, Caramulo & Bussaco) & the unique microclimate that is in symbiosis with its indigenous grape varieties. Cabriz excel in this beautiful area in making wines of unique character, fantastic value & excellent gastronomic potential.

Vineyards

Alto dos Amores – one of the most extraordinary landscape of the Do – has always been the meeting point of couples in love in the Vila de Santar. If, once, the magic of this landscape served to conquer hearts, today, the grapes that are born there, serve to conquer the most demanding taste of wine lovers. It is this love story that serves, daily, as inspiration to all those who work to produce this monocaste of Encruzado of the Casa de Santar.

Vinification

Crushing with smooth, pneumatic pressing, natural static clarification, alcoholic fermentation at 16C in new French oak barrels. 12 months in new French Oak barrels, of which 3 months on fine lees – Batonnage. Followed by 6 months of maturation in a bottle.

Tasting Notes

Dried apricot, exotic woods, toasted cereal, toasted grains and vanilla. Complex, elegant, harmonious and with long persistence.

Ideal with delicacies based on fish and meats ranging from Mediterranean, Chinese, Indian or African cuisine.