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Portuguese Suite

2014 Lodi Tinto Cao, Souzao, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz

Heritage Oak Winery's Portuguese Suite is a captivating red wine that beautifully showcases the unique characteristics of the Lodi region. This vintage, crafted from a blend of Tinto Cao, Souzao, Touriga Nacional, and Tinta Roriz, offers a medium-bodied experience with a delightful balance of acidity that lends a refreshing quality to each sip. The wine reveals a pronounced fruit intensity, highlighting rich notes of dark berries and cherries, perfectly complemented by subtle earthy undertones. Tannins are present, providing a firm structure that enhances the wine's overall complexity. This delightful offering is also dry, making it an excellent partner for a variety of savory dishes, appealing to both seasoned wine enthusiasts and those new to the vibrant world of red wines.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Roasted Duck, Roasted Lamb

Region:


Lodi

The jewel of the Central Valley, Lodi lies just east of the California Delta in an area of varied terroir. Winemakers here can extract different grape variety expressions from each plot of land. Zinfandel is common here, making deeply fruity and tantalizingly smoky wines, often from old vines. But the deep loamy soils and balmy Mediterranean climate, with its warm days and cool nights, help keep Lodi's grape varieties and winemaking styles impressively diverse. Alongside the ubiquitous Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot and Viognier also thrive. Lodi is a melting pot of different grape varieties and winemaking techniques, all of which make it a rewarding region to explore.

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