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Rua Do

2009 Douro Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tempranillo

Grandes Quintas Rua Do is an exceptional red wine crafted from an exquisite blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tempranillo, showcasing the rich heritage of the Douro region. With its deep ruby hue, this vintage from 2009 offers a captivating aroma of dark berries, plum, and hints of spice that draw you in. The wine boasts a full-bodied structure, perfectly balanced by high acidity that adds brightness and a mouthwatering quality to each sip. The generous fruit intensity delivers prominent flavors of ripe blackcurrant and cherry, while the tannins provide a firm backbone, contributing to a structured and harmonious finish. This delightful red is a wonderful expression of the terroir, inviting you to explore the complexity and depth that Douro wines are renowned for.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

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:


Grilled Lamb, Roasted Lamb, Roast Lamb

Region:


Portugal
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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