2016 Quinta da Garrida Dão Reserva

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2015 Quinta da Garrida Dão Reserva

 

A single estate combining classic Portuguese character with polished, modern winemaking.

Tasting Notes

Nose

 

Lifted aromas of wild black fruit, off-set with some spicy, smoky notes.

Palate

The palate has black cherry, mocha and some grip - well-balanced by fruit acidity - to give an elegant yet structured wine with a fresh herbal, black fruit finish. Some savoury development on the palate adds complexity.

 



Production

 

This estate at Vila Nova de Tazém, in Gouveia county, has poor quality, granite soils. Matured for 12 months in French (80%) and Russian (20%) oak barrels.

Producer

 

One of Portugal's largest and most progressive producers with 600 hectares spread across estates in five regions from Douro in the north to Alentejo in the south. Winemaker Francisco Antunes oversees what must be one of the most diverse ranges in Europe, from the 3rd largest Portuguese rose brand (Casal Mendes) to some of the country's most impressive premium reds from estates in Douro, Dao, Bairrada and Alentejo. Arguably, Francisco's greatest achievements lie between these extremes, a range of mid-priced wines from native varieties, full of character, quite distinctly Portuguese, but at the same time approachable and with fresh, modern fruit.

Sustainability

Although not accredited, since 2015 the Bacalhôa group is regularly audited for the scope of its ethical, social and environmental work, always with a green result. In 2020, it is planning a SEDEX Membership Ethical Trade Audit (SMETA) audit of its labour and health and safety policies. It is also planning to fully convert one its vineyards to organic viticulture as soon as possible.

Awards

  •  Silver at the 2017 IWSC  (2013 Vintage)

 

Specifications

Year 2015
Bottle Size 750ml
Cultivar
85% Touriga Nacional & 15% Tinta Roriz
Country Portugal
Alcohol content
14% alc vol 
Units of Alcohol per Bottle 10.5 units
Type Red Blend
Cellaring Potential For immediate enjoyment
Features
Vegetarian, Vegan and Sustainable
Allergen Information Contains sulphites
Food Matches
Excellent warming winter wine with robust stews and roast meat.
Origin
Dao
Appellation

DOP Dao