Bread & Cheese Portuguese Red Wine

2021 Tejo Syrah, Touriga Nacional

This Wine With Spirit Bread & Cheese Portuguese Red Wine from the 2021 vintage is a delightful blend of Syrah and Touriga Nacional grapes. With a rich red color, this wine hails from the Tejo region, known for producing wines with character and depth. The wine offers a medium to full body, balanced acidity, moderate fruit intensity, notable tannins, and a dry finish. With its unique blend, this wine is perfect for pairing with a variety of dishes, especially those showcasing bread and cheese.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Plum

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Barbecued Ribs, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

Region:

Portugal

Best known for its port dessert wine, Portugal is also home to some seriously worthwhile—though frequently overlooked—red and white table wines. This small country on the Iberian Peninsula has a wide range of climates, allowing it to produce everything from light and crisp whites in the Atlantic-cooled northwest to ripe and juicy reds in the hot and hilly Douro Valley. What often sets apart Portuguese wines is that they are often made from local grapes rather than more familiar international varieties. Difficult to pronounce (but a joy to drink!), common varietals include Touriga Nacional, Tinta Cão, and Loureiro.

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