Somontes Vinha das Dualhas 2014 Red Wine

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<p></p><p>At the end of the 90's, with the development of the activity, João Pedro Araújo's family decided to acquire Quinta da Vegia, in order to start producing red wines.</p> <p>Located in the Dão Region, next to the town of Penalva do Castelo, it currently has 20 ha of vineyards. His mindset followed a careful choice of grape varieties - Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Amarela, Alfrocheiro and Tinto Cão, Encruzado and Bical - in order to create Quinta da Vegia wines.</p>

QtaVegiaSF7599

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<p></p> <p></p> <p>Caves Velhas are <span>founded in 1881, by the hands of a great entrepreneur in the wine business, João Camillo Alves</span></p>

Cat3364

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<p></p><p>Quinta Mendes Pereira produces excellent wines from Dão region</p>

Qmpr4640

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<p></p><p>Casa Américo Jaen Red Wine is a perfect example of a wine from the Dão region.</p>

CasaAmerico9785

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<p></p><p>It is the leading brand from Dão and the world’s best seller from that region. Cabriz tells a story that is born in Dão, in a trip through the heart of Portugal, through the lands, hills and people, presenting a wide portfolio that seeks to fulfil all segments and moments of consumption but always following the same principle: to give our clients wines that have great quality-price ratio</p>

Cryo5159

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<p>displays an open, citrine color. On the nose, it offers intense citrus aromas, with prominent notes of lemon, peach, and tangerine, alongside a striking mineral character. The palate is defined by its immense freshness and vibrant, intense acidity, which is its most distinguishing feature. Despite this pronounced acidity, the wine is elegant, delicate, and remarkably complex, culminating in a long finish. Its vibrant and fresh profile makes it an excellent pairing for fatty white fish, light white meats, seafood, and dishes with intense cheeses, such as Serra da Estrela, where the wine's acidity beautifully cuts through the richness</p>

Pfuc8211

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<p></p><p>The company was founded in 1926 by Mr. Messias Baptista, who served as chairman until 1973. The management is still held by the descendants of MESSIAS family. <span id="result_box" lang="en" xml:lang="en">Since its foundation</span> that MESSIAS <span lang="en" xml:lang="en">has been producing and selling high quality wines from the main demarcated regions:</span> Bairrada, Douro, Dão, Vinho Verde, Beiras and Vinho do Porto. The company is also known for the high quality of its Champagne method Sparkling wines and aged Brandies</p>

Mqpe5534

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<p>Expect an opaque red color in the glass. On the nose, it offers inviting aromas of red fruits like berries and cherries, complemented by spicy notes such as black pepper, cedar, and graphite, often with subtle hints of dried herbs and earthy undertones. The palate is generally full-bodied, fresh, and elegant, presenting a harmonious balance of fruit, firm tannins, and a long, persistent finish, sometimes with a distinctive mineral quality. This wine's robust yet refined profile makes it an excellent companion for red meats, roast beef, grilled dishes, and aged cheeses.</p>

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