Milimétrico Quatro Vinhas 2016

Projeto Milimétrico — Precision at a Microscopic Scale

The Project

Projeto Milimétrico, located on the outskirts of Mafra, was born from the vision of Lucas De Souza and his search for an utterly singular terroir. The estate, acquired in 1997, was initially intended for a hotel; over time, that idea faded and the possibility of making wine took shape and purpose.

From early on, the project had the collaboration of Bernardo Pinto (director at Zahil in Brazil, DipWSET) and Jorge Lucki (wine critic and journalist, one of the most respected voices in the field), who accompanied the conceptual and technical definition of the wines’ evolution.

Between 1998 and 2006, structural works were carried out and 4.4 hectares were planted across 12 clos (walled plots) with more than 20 experimental grape varieties. In the following years, the vineyards were regrafted to the varieties that best matched the site: Riesling, Merlot, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Francisca and Alicante Bouschet — the latter using cuttings sourced from the historic Mouchão.

In 2013, the project narrowed to its essence: five clos totalling 1.1 hectares, a scale that allows for exclusively manual work, personally conducted by Lucas De Souza. Vinification took place externally at first, always with the consultancy of Jorge Serôdio Borges and Sandra Tavares da Silva (Wine & Soul), until the estate’s own winery was completed in 2022, cementing full autonomy.

Today, Projeto Milimétrico produces three wines in tiny quantities and with absolute precision: Milimétrico Branco, Milimétrico Tinto and Milimétrico Quatro Vinhas — all widely praised by critics.

Description

Milimétrico Quatro Vinhas 2016, a blend of 57% Merlot and 43% Alicante Bouschet, embodies the project’s philosophy with absolute clarity: a medium-bodied red with pure fruit and a dry, precise and rigorous finish.

Revista de Vinhos score: 92 points
“Medium body, pure fruit and a dry, highly precise finish.”

Technical Data

• Blend: 57% Merlot, 43% Alicante Bouschet (propagated from Mouchão cuttings)
• Vinification: Stainless-steel fermentation
• Ageing: 20–24 months in French oak barrels (Taransaud and François Frères — 1st, 2nd and 3rd use)
• Total acidity: 5.52 g/L
• pH: 3.54
• Region: Lisboa (Mafra)
• Producer: Quinta Bio – Projeto Milimétrico
• Winemaking consultants: Jorge Serôdio Borges & Sandra Tavares da Silva

Tasting Note

Pure black fruit, balanced tension and a mineral framework shaped by the estate’s limestone.
On the palate, it offers medium body, fine structure and a dry, elegant finish — marked by the precision that defines the project.
A restrained, fresh red, deeply faithful to its place of origin.

Food Pairing

• Roast poultry
• Structured white meats
• Sautéed mushrooms
• Deep-flavoured vegetarian dishes
• Soft cheeses

Serving & Cellaring

Temperature: 16 ºC
Drink window: 2025–2031
Ageing potential: Excellent