Great Flavours from Traditional Portuguese Grapes
Corgo da Regua, Douro Valley Portugal 2012, by Quinta do Judeu, 14%, RRP
€12.99, Stockists
Four traditional Portuguese grape
varietals are used to make this excellent red in the Douro Valley by Quinta do Judeu: Tinta Roriz 35%, Tinta Barroca (35%), Touriga Franca
(20%) and Touriga Nacional (10%). In another bow to tradition, they are foot
trodden in granite lagares (usually with dimensions of about 4 x 4 m with a
depth of about 1 m).
This is quite a deep red wine with
a pleasant nose of dark fruits and hints of spice. The fruits follow
through on the palate in a supple flow of concentrated flavours but with an
excellent balance, and a long dry finish.
Earlier inhabitants credited the
River Corgo with powers of speech. This wine is not shy and will match your
robust red meats and mature cheese. Might be a good idea to grab a bottle or
two for the upcoming game season. Highly Recommended!
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