Wines

Colares Demarcated Region

In the Sintra municipality there is a small viticultural area that produces a ruby colour wine that with aging acquires an exceptional velvety character and bouquet. It takes several years for the Colares wine to reach maximum quality, although the minimum aging period is 18 months. Due to the long aging period imposed, sales are very limited, making the Colares region a sort of «sanctuary» for connoisseurs of this wine.

The vines of this region have very particular characteristics, due to the proximity of the sea and the strong ocean winds they’re subject to. 

Given its geological nature, Colares can be divided into two sub-areas: “sandy soil (the dune area) and the “ hard soil”(calcareous soil). The Colares wine owes its unique qualities to the grape varieties, the soil and the mild, humid climate during summertime, as well as to the fact that 80% of the vines are placed in “sandy soil”, true to the traditional practice of “unhar” - a process necessary for the ungrafted grapevine cuttings to reach the clay soil underlying the layer of sand.

The geographical area corresponding to the Colares Denomination of Origin is situated in the Sintra Municipality between the Mountains and the Ocean next to the sea, encompassing the parishes of Colares, São Martinho and São João das Lampas.

Villa Vergani Mare et Corvus, Branco - Regional Lisboa

Villa Vergani Mare et Corvus, Branco - Regional Lisboa

TERROIR

Sandy soils

VARIETIES

Malvasia, F. Pires, Chardonnay

VINIFICATION

Separate vinification of the three varieties that make up the lot. Vinification by the classic process of "bica aberta", with full desengace and immediate pressing. Aging on lees for 3 months.

CHARACTERISTICS

Golden, fresh, salty and live wine with citric and green apple notes. In the mouth, a mineral touch with the presence of salt is added.

ALCOHOOL CONTENT

13%vol

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE

8,50€

REGULAR SALES OUTLETS

Local commerce: Grocery stores, markets and restaurants

Viúva Gomes Red – DOC Colares

Viúva Gomes Red – DOC Colares

TERROIR

Sandy soils

VARIETIES

Ramisco

VINIFICATION

Fermentation in stainless steel, 30% of stalks. 6 years  ageing in french oak and chestnut and mahogany wood casks.

CHARACTERISTICS

A brick-colored wine, with distinct tannins, which attenuate as years go by. Hints of black fruits, cherry and forest, an Atlantic and balsamic character, dry structure and light acidity.

ALCOHOOL CONTENT

12%

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE

30,50€

REGULAR SALES OUTLETS

Incomum by Luis Santos; Sisudo; Romaria de Baco; Ribeirinha de Colares; Bar do Binho; Cantinho Gourmet; Gazeta Café; Parques de Sintra Monte da Lua; Carrascálice; Botica Saloia; A Praça; Garrafeira Nacional e Garrafeira Estado d’Alma;

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Viúva Gomes White – DOC Colares

Viúva Gomes White – DOC Colares

TERROIR

Sandy soils

VARIETIES

Malvasia de Colares

VINIFICATION

Fermentation in stainless steel, open tab. Ten-month ageing in used French oak barrels.

CHARACTERISTICS

This wine presents a golden yellow color, maritime and iodine aromatic notes. Is fresh and mineral in mouth, with a dry structure and light acidity.

ALCOHOOL CONTENT

12,5%

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE

27,00€

REGULAR SALES OUTLETS

Incomum by Luis Santos; Sisudo; Romaria de Baco; Ribeirinha de Colares; Bar do Binho; Cantinho Gourmet; Gazeta Café; Parques de Sintra Monte da Lua; Carrascálice; Botica Saloia; A Praça; Garrafeira Nacional e Garrafeira Estado d’Alma;

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Viúva Gomes, Patrão Diogo Red, IGP Lisboa

Viúva Gomes, Patrão Diogo Red, IGP Lisboa

TERROIR

Clay-limestone soils

VARIETIES

Aragonez (50%) and Castelão (50%)

VINIFICATION

Alcoholic fermentation in stain-less steel. Total desengace.

CHARACTERISTICS

Garnet-colored wine, aroma and palate of red fruits, with hints of mint and pepper. A fresh red wine, with a balanced acidity due to the influence of the coast.

ALCOHOOL CONTENT

13%

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE

7,00€

REGULAR SALES OUTLETS

Incomum by Luis Santos; Sisudo; Romaria de Baco; Ribeirinha de Colares; Bar do Binho; Cantinho Gourmet; Gazeta Café; Parques de Sintra Monte da Lua; Carrascálice; Botica Saloia; A Praça; Garrafeira Nacional e Garrafeira Estado d’Alma;

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Viúva Gomes, Patrão Diogo White, IGP Lisboa

Viúva Gomes, Patrão Diogo White, IGP Lisboa

TERROIR

Clay-limestone soils

VARIETIES

Fernão Pires (50%) and Arinto (50%)

VINIFICATION

Alcoholic fermentation in stain-less steel, open-tab system, without wood.

CHARACTERISTICS

A pale-colored wine, Floral aroma and palate, with a hint of citrus, along with some flint due to the minerality, fresh dry.

ALCOHOOL CONTENT

13%

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE

7,00€

REGULAR SALES OUTLETS

Incomum by Luis Santos; Sisudo; Romaria de Baco; Ribeirinha de Colares; Bar do Binho; Cantinho Gourmet; Gazeta Café; Parques de Sintra Monte da Lua; Carrascálice; Botica Saloia; A Praça; Garrafeira Nacional e Garrafeira Estado d’Alma;

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Viúva Gomes, Pirata da Viúva Red

Viúva Gomes, Pirata da Viúva Red

TERROIR

Clay-limestone soils

VARIETIES

Castelão

VINIFICATION

Alcoholic fermentation in stain-less steel. Whole bunch in a layer system and indigenous yeasts. 10 months ageing in chestnut and mahogany wood vat. No addition of commercial oenological products, with the exception of a small amount SO2.

CHARACTERISTICS

Bright red-color wine. Green-forest aromas and pepperish hints. In mouth is crispy, assertive tannin, light wild berries and iodine due to the salinity.

ALCOHOOL CONTENT

13%

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE

17,00€

REGULAR SALES OUTLETS

Incomum by Luis Santos; Sisudo; Romaria de Baco; Ribeirinha de Colares; Bar do Binho; Cantinho Gourmet; Gazeta Café; Parques de Sintra Monte da Lua; Carrascálice; Botica Saloia; A Praça; Garrafeira Nacional e Garrafeira Estado d’Alma;

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Viúva Gomes, Pirata da Viúva White

Viúva Gomes, Pirata da Viúva White

TERROIR

Clay-limestone soils

VARIETIES

75% Malvasia de Colares and 25% Fernão Pires

VINIFICATION

Alcoholic fermentation in stain-less steel, open-tab system, with 35% of clean stalks. Indigenous yeasts.  Ageing: one part, 10 months in chestnut and mahogany wood vat, the other part in stain-less steel. No addition of commercial oenological products, with the exception of a small amount SO2.

CHARACTERISTICS

Straw-colored wine. Fresh grapefruit aromas, hints of herbs. An explosion of acidity in mouth, long, crispy and straight forward. Balanced fruit with minerality.

ALCOHOOL CONTENT

12%

RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE

15,00€

REGULAR SALES OUTLETS

Incomum by Luis Santos; Sisudo; Romaria de Baco; Ribeirinha de Colares; Bar do Binho; Cantinho Gourmet; Gazeta Café; Parques de Sintra Monte da Lua; Carrascálice; Botica Saloia; A Praça; Garrafeira Nacional e Garrafeira Estado d’Alma;

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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