Wine: Casal Mendes Red

Country: Portugal

Region: Beiras

Brand/Producer: Casal Mendes

Grape Varietal: Tinta Roriz & Touriga Nacional

ABV: 12%

Type: Red

Code: 2679

Tasting Note

Ruby color, fruity aroma from Tinta Roiz (Tempranmillo) with medium bodied structure from some Touriga Nacional. There is some sweetness at the end, well balanced and with natural acidity.

Producer

One of Portugal's largest and most progressive producers with 600 hectares spread across estates in five regions from Douro in the north to Alentejo in the south. Winemaker Francisco Antunes oversees what must be one of the most diverse ranges in Europe, from the 3rd largest Portuguese rose brand (Casal Mendes) to some of the country's most impressive premium reds from estates in Douro, Dao, Bairrada and Alentejo. Arguably, Francisco's greatest achievements lie between these extremes, a range of mid-priced wines from native varieties, full of character, quite distinctly Portuguese, but at the same time approachable and with fresh, modern fruit.

Winemaking

Cold fermentation in stainless steel vats makes this a fresh fruity flavoured red wine made from fruity Tinta Roriz (more commonly known as Temranillo in Spain) and powerful Touriga Nacionl.

Food pairing

Try with heavier Iberian tapas plates and also with pasta, poultry and light dishes.