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Legado, Douro Tinto, 3x75cl
Legado, Douro Tinto, 3x75cl
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š· Legado Douro Tinto
Country: Portugal | Region: Douro
Appellation: DOC Douro | Grape Varieties: Traditional Douro field blend (Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and others)
Style: Red Wine | Winemaking: Fermented in stainless steel with aging in French oak barrels for complexity and elegance
Farming: Sustainable
š A refined and powerful expression of the Douroālayered, fresh, and impeccably structured with a true sense of place.
š In the Glass:
Deep ruby with violet glintsāintense and expressive.
š On the Nose:
Beautifully complex, revealing aromas of blackberry, cassis, and dark cherry, interwoven with floral notes of violet and rockrose. Subtle touches of balsamic, wild herbs, and spice from oak add elegance and depth.
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On the Palate:
Fresh and focused with vibrant acidity and silky yet firm tannins. Layers of ripe dark fruit are wrapped in savoury herbs and spice, leading to a long, polished, and persistent finish that hums with mineral energy.
š½ Food Pairing:
Perfect with grilled lamb, beef stew, mushroom risotto, or aged Portuguese cheeses. A wine that elevates both rustic and refined dishes.
ā³ Ageing Potential:
Impressive now, but will age gracefully over 10ā15 years, gaining in complexity and finesse.
⨠Why Youāll Love It:
Legado Douro Tinto is a bold yet sophisticated red, masterfully capturing the soul of Portugalās most iconic wine region. It offers freshness, structure, and a deep connection to its ancient vineyardsāa true legacy in every glass.
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