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Cabral Seleção Douro

Portugal | Douro

Wines & Others, Red, 750 ml
SAQ Code
13114947
Designation of origin
Douro
Producer
Vallegre - Cabral
Degree of alcohol
13,5 %
Grape variety
Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Sousão, Tinta Amarela
Vintage
2014

Vinification

This cuvee Selection is issued from a blend of grapes from young vines (20 years) and old vines (65 years, which gives it a unique profile. Aging during 18 months in French Barril Oak.

 

Taste

This wine has a deep color and concentrated dress, with purple hues. Nose with intense aromas and refined, opening on mature black fruit and toasty aromas fully integrated with the French oak. Powerful taste, confirming the presence of fruit maturity and aging extended by 18 months to give the size and sweetness on the palate.

 

Cocktails and pairings

Drinks well with red meats, game and aged cheeses.

Serve between 16º and 18ºC. Decant one hour before serving.

Excellent aging potential

 

Awards

  • Gold Medal – Sélections Mondiales des vins du Canada 2019
  • Gold Medal – Coupe des Nations 2017
  • Commended – Decanter 2017