Vale da Raposa Reserva Tinto

Vintage 2017
by Domingos Alves de Sousa
Varietal Touriga Nacional
Color red
Region dop Douro,Douro DOC
Country Portugal
Medal Score
3.0
2 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black cherryvioletsmoked meatblack pepperlicoricecedar
Palate

Full-bodied with firm, grippy tannins and bright acidity, this wine has a dense, velvety texture that unfolds with layers of dark fruit and spice.

Finish

The finish is long and persistent, leaving behind notes of dark chocolate, blackberry, and a hint of smoky minerality.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled ribeye steak
  • • lamb stew with rosemary
  • • aged sheep's milk cheese
  • • duck confit with roasted root vegetables
  • • pork shoulder with piri-piri sauce
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2032

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Silver Decanter World Wine Awards 2021
Bronze Sommelier Wine Awards 2020

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