Portugal Reds
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Bergamota Private Selection 2017: $16.95
Touriga Nacional Blend, Portugal What you can Expect: Another steal. Let this one breath to bring out its ripe rich structure, cherry, vanilla and chocolate come at you in this full-bodied Portuguese blend. Have a few of these put away for years ahead.
$15.95 – Terra d’Alter ARG Aragonez 2018, Alentejano
What you can expect: Similar in style to the Tempranillo grape. A refreshing red, bold flavors, deep rich red look and taste as well. Great value!
Coutada Velha Signature Red 2019: $15.95
Aragonés Blend, Portugal What you can Expect: Bang for your Buck here my friends, another that I have stocked up on. A blend of Aragonez, Trincadeira and Cabernet Sauvignon, medium in body, rich color and flavors of black fruits. A very impressive bottle.
Dow’s LBV Port 2013: $24.95
What can you Expect: Dry sweetness at its finest! Intense red fruit and flavorful.
$30.95 – Portas da Herdade Grande Reserva 2016, Alentejo
What you can expect: Here’s a meaty mouthful for you! On the high side for alcohol content kind of reminds me of the Italian Amarone which I love. A blend of 40% Aragonez and 30% each of Syrah and Alicante Bouschet aged for 18 months in used French oak. Great...
$26.95 – Esporão Reserva 2017
What you can expect: This has been a long time favorite of mine. Another dark rich red that fills your mouth with a boatload of flavors. Dark cherry, cocoa and vanilla. Roast beef or lamb would be ideal partners for this old smoothy.
$17.95 – Porca de Murça Reserva Tinto 2014, Portugal
What the Experts say: A minerally backbone strikes through the currant, bay leaf and boysenberry core of this elegant red. Steeped plum and spice aromas cascade into the long, grippy finish. What do I think: A nicely somewhat aged Portuguese treat. Very smooth medium...
$9.90 – Lab Red Lisboa VR, 2016
What the experts say – From the region near Portugal’s capital of Lisbon, LAB Red shows well, offering generous red and black fruit with fine-textured tannins. Spicy notes on the finish are contributed by four months ageing in oak. A stylish blend of syrah,...
