Variety: 45% Castelao, 25% Tinta Roriz, 20% Tinta Barroca and 10% Pinot Noir
Region: Estremadura
Country: Portugal
Year: N/A
Price: $21.95 for 3 Liter Box or $5.95 / bottle
Winery Review: This smooth Portuguese red is a blend of Castelão (45%), Tinta Roriz (25%), Tinta Barroca (20%) and Pinot Noir (10%). The vineyards are located near Lisbon, planted in sunny gentle slopes of clay and limestone soils. The wine was aged in oak barrels.
My Review: I came into this wine not knowing what to expect since it was in a box. I must say I was very shocked by the color of this wine, a very dark violet/red. On the nose, aromas of chocolate, dark berries, and some oakiness was detectable. On the palate, this wine was medium bodied with some sweetness. The aftertaste was unpleasant but overall a smooth wine. I drank this wine without the pairing of food.
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