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Structure
Drinking window
Best 0 to 3 years from vintage.
vintage0 yrs3 yrs8 yrs
Critic scores
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In the glass
Aroma: strawberry, redcurrant, watermelon, violet
Palate: red berry, citrus lift, racy acidity, saline close
Quinta da Lixa's Touriga Nacional rosé: strawberry and redcurrant aromatics from the Douro grape replanted in the Sousa sub-region. Dry, racy, summer.
What it pairs with
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Grilled prawns
Strawberry and citrus lift partner sweet grilled shellfish. -
Tomato bruschetta
Native-red-grape acidity matches tomato; saline close balances the olive oil. -
Spicy chorizo skewers
Red-berry register handles paprika spice; racy acidity refreshes between bites. -
Summer salads with berries
Watermelon and redcurrant register pair berry-and-leaf salads.
History
Quinta da Lixa's Touriga Nacional Rosé brings the noble Douro grape into Vinho Verde rosé production, adding aromatic depth over the native red varieties.
- 2012: Quinta da Lixa Touriga Nacional Rosé added to the portfolio
Facts
- Producer
- Quinta da Lixa · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Touriga Nacional (100%)
- Classification
- DOC Vinho Verde
- Oak
- Stainless steel; brief skin contact for colour
- ABV
- 11.5%
- Price
- EUR 9 to 13 at retail
- Drinking window
- 0-3 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2012
- Vegan
- Yes (no animal-derived fining)
Frequently asked about Quinta da Lixa Touriga Nacional Rosé
What does Touriga Nacional Rosé taste like?
Strawberry, redcurrant, watermelon and violet on the nose; red berry, citrus lift, racy acidity and a saline close on the palate. Light-bodied with low tannin, high acidity and a medium refreshing finish.
Is Touriga Nacional typical in Vinho Verde?
No, Touriga Nacional is the noble red grape of the Douro, not native to Vinho Verde. Quinta da Lixa is one of several Vinho Verde producers planting Touriga Nacional for rosé production.
When should I drink it?
Drink within 0 to 3 years of vintage. Built for youthful summer freshness.
What food pairs with this rosé?
Grilled prawns, tomato bruschetta, spicy chorizo skewers and summer berry salads.
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