At a glance

Producer

Chateau Crimson Point

Region

California, USA

Grape variety

Touriga Nacional

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$40-$55

Tasting profile

Rich blackberry and dark plum fruits with floral violet notes and hints of spice

Evolution: Will develop more savory and earthy characteristics with time, gaining complexity

At peak: Silky texture with layers of dark fruit, spice, and well-integrated tannins

Structure

Acidity

Moderate balanced acidity

Tannins

Firm and well-structured

Alcohol

14.0%

Aging potential

10-15 years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2032

Optimal window

2022 to 2030

Current status

Approaching optimal drinking window

Current condition

Young with developing complexity

Touriga Nacional is a thick-skinned grape with strong tannins and acidity that typically enable 10-15 years of aging. The 2016 vintage in California was high quality with good structure, supporting a 2022-2030 drinking window with peak complexity around 2025-2032.

Food pairing

Grilled lamb, roasted game meats, hard aged cheeses, and dishes with smoky spices

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (45-60 minutes) — Allows tannins to soften and dark fruit aromas to open up

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Producer implements moderate water conservation techniques and uses lightweight recyclable glass; some solar energy usage reported

Chateau Crimson Point adopts several sustainable practices typical of mid-sized California wineries but lacks formal certifications and large-scale renewable energy integration, resulting in a mid-level sustainability score.