{"product_id":"macanita-letra-f-2022","title":"Maçanita Letra F 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaçanita Letra F 2022 is a distinctive red from Portugal’s Douro, crafted by siblings Joana and António Maçanita with a clear focus on freshness, precision, and regional character. Made from Tempranillo and Touriga Nacional, it combines the depth of old-vine fruit with the lift and mineral tension that come from the high-altitude vineyards of Cima Corgo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows an open ruby-red colour with a bright, inviting sheen. The nose is expressive and refined, unfolding with mineral tones, white flowers, and vivid red fruit.\n\nThe palate is fresh and lively, driven by marked acidity and a sense of intensity and concentration. The high-altitude vineyard sites and old vines give the wine energy and structure, while its stainless-steel ageing helps preserve its pure, vibrant fruit profile. It should drink beautifully now and is likely to hold well over the next few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes come from granite-rich soils in the Cima Corgo area of Douro, grown at elevations between 480 and 720 metres, where cooler conditions help preserve freshness and mineral drive. The fruit is hand-harvested, then undergoes cold pre-maceration before spontaneous fermentation in small lagares, with 28 days of skin contact. The wine is matured for 12 months in stainless steel to maintain its crisp, expressive style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an excellent match for dark meats, tartare, grilled dishes, cheeses, and even lightly sweet desserts. Serve at around 16°C, and for the best expression, enjoy it closer to 18°C; decanting is not essential, though a short aeration can help the wine open up in its youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaçanita is the project of siblings Joana and António Maçanita, two well-regarded names in modern Portuguese wine. Based in the Douro, they are known for thoughtful, terroir-driven wines that balance tradition with a contemporary sense of freshness and clarity, helping to showcase the region’s diverse vineyard sites in a new light.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maçanita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252973916497,"sku":"FW-9543","price":21.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/ma_anita_ma_anita_letra_f_nv.png?v=1783448305","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/macanita-letra-f-2022","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}