Quinta da Raza

José Diogo Teixeira Coelho - Producer
Quinta da Raza
Veade - Peneireiros
4890-571 Celorico de Basto
Portugal
tel./fax : +351 255 368 159 / Mobile +351 96 5099077
[email protected]
www.quintadaraza.pt
Quinta da Raza is located in Celorico
de Basto, in Vinho Verde Region (DOC),
near the Douro Region.
The unique terroir is created by the
gentle slopes and the magnificent
exposure to the sun. The soil benefits
from its granite origins with areas of
schist and clay. This is very unusual in
Vinho Verde Region.
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In the Vinho Verde Region, Celorico de Basto
has a microclimate provided by mountains in
the west and the river valley Tamega that,
unlike the other rivers of the region does not
run from east to west, but from northeast to
southwest,
which
together
prevent
the
influence of the Atlantic winds. Therefore, the
weather
is
less
rainy
and
has
greater
temperature ranges, this means that our
vineyard is subject to more sun than perhaps
other vineyards in the Vinho Verde Region,
important factors for the development of the
vine. Moreover, the average altitude of the
Quinta
da
Raza
is
250
meters,
which
corresponds to the average altitude necessary
for the best development of vines.
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Quinta da Raza`s history goes back to the XVII
Century and it has remained in the same family
ever since.
The vineyard has always been the main farming
interest due to the importance of the high quality
of the grapes produced. These range from Azal,
Arinto, Vinhão to Alvarinho, which are unique
grape varieties from the Vinho Verde Region.
The wine, produced exclusively with our
grapes, is modern, fresh, well-balanced and a
unique wine due to its heritage.
The Raza vineyard won the prize for best
vineyard in 1999 at the International Fair of
Galiza, Spain, and it was also a prize- winner,
in 2002, 2003, 2007, 2009, 2011 and 2013 at
the Contest of the “Viticulture Commission of
the Vinho Verde Region”.
We believe that we can produce high quality
wine only if we have high quality grapes.
When our costumers drink our wine they
should have the same pleasure as if they
were biting a grape.
Since 1987 Diogo Teixeira Coelho
has continued the family tradition of
Vinho Verde production.
Diogo was honoured with the title of
“The Grape Grower of the year
2008”,
by
the
“Viticulture
Commission of the Vinho Verde
Region” and this was the only time
this award has ever been made.
Despite
the
use
of
modern
technology related to oenology, the
traditional
wine
producing
techniques have been maintained.
The
picking
by
hand
and
the
treading of the grapes as well as the
use of the 100 year old stone tanks
is carried out by local people with a
heritage
of
preservation
experience.
of
the
The
vineyard
environment has also been of prime
importance. Since 1998 we have
adhered to the use of products
which are environmentally friendly.
Us and our Environment
Here at Raza are very privileged to be surrounded by beautiful scenery and a dramatic landscape. Within our
locality too the flora and wildlife are diverse and quite unique. We don’t need alarm clocks to wake us in the
mornings!
Our Vineyards
All our agricultural practices attempt as far as possible to take a holistic view of our environment.
This has meant we have geared our viticulture and winemaking to maintain and promote the diversity of flora and
fauna around us. We want to contribute to the richness of our natural environment. At the moment we subscribe
to an EU code of conduct set out by the IPP (Integrated Product Policy).
http://ec.europa.eu/environment/ipp/
http://europa.eu/legislation_summaries/consumers/consumer_safety/l28011_en.htm
Our Falcon
One of the most exciting events of walking through our vineyards is seeing a rare small falcon we call the
Peneireiro (Falco Naumanni) hovering over them and suddenly swooping to catch its prey. To us it’s an indicator
that there is a healthy balance in the nature which surrounds us.
This is why we use the falcon as our logo.
Together we a local preservation organization we work to encourage this species to inhabit our area.
Our Team
We value our local community. Diogo was born and brought up here, so too our work force is drawn from the
locality. Our ethos ensures they are all integral members of the team and understand our philosophy which simply
says we need everyone to contribute positively to its development and the jovial atmosphere.
Also, we practice and open-door policy at the winery where people can come and see what we do inside and can
buy wine too of course!
DIOGO TEIXEIRA COELHO
The winemaker of our family.
Quinta da Raza I Alvarinho/Trajadura
PRODUCT : White Wine/ Vinho Regional Minho
GRAPE VARIETY: Alvarinho & Trajadura
TASTING NOTES
“Quinta da Raza” is a high quality wine, elegant, fresh with a
fruity fragrance and a pleasant and long lasting aftertaste. It
results from a blend of our best grapes, which reveal a wellbalanced wine.
RECOMMENDATIONS
This wine is ideal as an aperitif, with shellfish, fish, or light
meals and salads. It is particularly pleasant with Asian meals.
This wine is best drunk at a temperature of 8- 10ºC.
Dom Diogo Alvarinho
PRODUCT : White Wine / Vinho Regional Minho
GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Alvarinho
TASTING NOTES
Alvarinho is a citron-coloured single variety wine which fills
the mouth with texture, ripeness and a fruity and floral nose,
culminating in a harmonious and persistent flavour.
RECOMMENDATIONS
This wine is delicious served with shellfish, fish, and light
meals . This wine is best drunk at a temperature of 8- 10ºC.
Dom Diogo Azal
PRODUCT : Vinho Verde./ DOC
GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Azal
TASTING NOTES
A distinctive wine with a light citron-colour. Very fresh, with
a fruity fragrance and well balanced acidity which results in
a soft persistent taste on the palate.
RECOMMENDATIONS
This wine is delicious served with shellfish, fish or light
meals and salads.
This wine should be drunk at a temperature of 8- 10ºC.
Dom Diogo Arinto
PRODUCT : Vinho Verde./ DOC
GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Arinto
TASTING NOTES
Arinto is an attractively fruity citron-coloured wine. Appealingly
crisp, with a complex fragrance which continues with a rich and
intense taste.
RECOMMENDATIONS
This wine is delicious served with seafood, fish, poultry and
light meals. It is particularly pleasant with pasta and risotto
dishes. This wine should be drunk at a temperature of 8- 10ºC.
PRODUCT : Vinho Verde./ DOC
GRAPE VARIETY: Arinto , Azal, Trajadura and Alvarinho
TASTING NOTES
“Raza” is a crispy and fresh clear citron coloured wine, that
has a balanced acidity and a fruity fragrance with a grapefruit
character.
RECOMMENDATIONS
This wine is delicious served with shellfish, fish or light meals
and salads.
This wine is best drunk at a temperature of 8- 10ºC.
Dom Diogo Vinhão
PRODUCT : Vinho Verde./ DOC
GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Vinhão
TASTING NOTES
It is a very dark colour wine, with a sylvan fruits fragrance. It is
soft and dry and has a high viscosity.
RECOMMENDATIONS
This wine is delicious served with traditional regional meals like
“papas de sarrabulho”, “rojões”, “arroz de cabidela”, lamprey,
sardines and codfish meals.
This wine is best drunk at a temperature of 11- 13ºC.
Dom Diogo Padeiro
PRODUCT : Vinho Verde./ DOC
GRAPE VARIETY: 100% Padeiro
TASTING NOTES
It is a pleasant ruby viscous wine with a strong sylvan fruits
fragrance, soft and dry
RECOMMENDATIONS
This wine is ideal as an aperitif and with light meals, such as
fish and seafood. Due to its freshness, it is particularly
pleasant in a relaxed and informal ambience. This wine is
best drunk at a temperature of 8- 10ºC.