Vega Douro Tinto

Vintage 2018
by DFJ Vinhos
Varietal Touriga Franca
Color red
Region dop Douro,Douro DOC
Country Portugal
Medal Score
27.0
9 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black cherryvioletsmokeblackberryclovewet stone
Palate

Medium to full-bodied with firm, fine-grained tannins and balanced acidity, offering a velvety, layered texture.

Finish

Long finish with persistent notes of dark fruit and a hint of licorice and spice.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled lamb chops with rosemary
  • • beef ragu pappardelle
  • • aged sheep's milk cheese
  • • duck confit with roasted root vegetables
  • • pork alentejana
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

Double Gold Women’s Wine & Spirits Awards 2021
Gold Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2020
Gold Asia Importing News Wine Challenge 2020
Gold Singapore Competition 2020
Gold Japan Wine Competition 2020
Silver USA Wine Ratings Competition 2020
Bronze Asia International Wine Competition 2020
Bronze China wine and Spirits Awards Best Value 2021
Bronze Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition 2020

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