Casa FerreirinhaVinha Grande Douro Tinto 2021

Product code: 16739
£16.80 inc VAT
Portugal
Red Wine from
Douro, Portugal
Country
Country: Portugal
Region
Region: Douro
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Casa Ferreirinha
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Luís Sottomayor
Grape
Grape: Touriga Franca
Grape: 40% Touriga Franca, 25% Touriga Nacional, 25% Tinta Roriz
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Country
Country: Portugal
Region
Region: Douro
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Casa Ferreirinha
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Luís Sottomayor
Grape
Grape: Touriga Franca
Grape: 40% Touriga Franca, 25% Touriga Nacional, 25% Tinta Roriz

Product Notes

Casa Ferreirinha Vinha Grande Douro Tinto is a distinguished, full-bodied Portuguese wine, known for its sublime blend of native grape varieties. Its deep ruby hue is captivating. On the nose, it combines sensual dark fruit aromas with a touch of floral and balsamic hints. The palate is elegantly balanced and complex, weaving a tapestry of red and black fruit flavours, complemented by subtle spicy notes. With a persistent, dry finish, this wine is a testament to the Douro region's stellar viticulture. Its aging potential, matched with its capacity to pair beautifully with a variety of dishes, makes it a top choice for wine connoisseurs.

Tasting Notes

Deep ruby in colour. On the nose, this wine showcases intense and complex aromas of blackberry, red cherry and plum alongside floral nuances and savoury notes of balsamic, cedar, tobacco box and spice. On the palate it is full-bodied, with firm tannins, a balanced acidity and a long, elegant finish.

About the Winery

Casa Ferreirinha

Situated in the Douro Valley region of Portugal, Casa Ferreirinha winery is a venerable institution that has been producing exquisite wines since the 18th century. A region steeped in rich history and tradition, the Douro Valley is the oldest demarcated wine region in the world, a notable privilege that sets the bar high for vintners operating within its landscape.

Despite this formidable legacy, Casa Ferreirinha shines brightly, unabashedly holding its own amidst the stalwarts of the wine industry. A bastion of excellence, it is renowned for its relentless pursuit of perfection, consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible in wine production and crafting wines of unrivalled quality and complexity.

Under the stewardship of the Ferreira family, the winery is integral in propelling Portugal's wine industry into the international limelight, crafting wines of enviable finesse that resonate with wine connoisseurs globally. Notably, a testament to their unwavering commitment to quality is the Barca Velha, arguably Portugal's most iconic wine.

Casa Ferreirinha’s vineyards are planted along the steep hillsides of the Douro Valley with vines winding down to the tranquil banks of the Douro River. The winery itself is an architectural marvel, seamlessly blending traditional aesthetics with contemporary functionality. Visitors are privy to an intimate experience a stroll amidst the vineyards, exploring the wine cellars, enjoying a gastronomic journey at the onsite restaurant and, of course savouring the many award-winning wines on offer.

However, more than its impressive wines, Casa Ferreirinha is ultimately a symbol of heritage. With a narrative deeply rooted in tradition and a continuous evolution that embraces the new, it remains a beacon of Portuguese viticulture, tirelessly contributing to the rich tapestry of the Douro Valley wine industry and beyond.

Casa Ferreirinha, in its essence offer an unforgettable impression of Portugal's intimate relationship with wine; a storied journey punctuated with robust reds, nuanced whites, and warm hospitality unparalleled.

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