Casa Ermelinda Freitas Sand Creek Red Blend

Notes of: Leather

Notes of: Dark Chocolate

Notes of: Tobacco

Notes of: Charred Wood

Notes of: Prune

Notes of: Plum

Casa Ermelinda Freitas

Casa Ermelinda Freitas Sand Creek Red Blend

Portugal, Portugal

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.3

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Casa Ermelinda Freitas Sand Creek Red Blend is a premium wine produced by the renowned Casa Ermelinda Freitas winery. This wine is made from a blend of carefully selected grapes grown in the Setúbal Peninsula, known for its unique terroir and ideal growing conditions. The vineyards are located near the Sand Creek, which provides a natural irrigation system and contributes to the wine's distinct character. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is a rich and complex blend with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of vanilla. It is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts looking for a high-quality, full-bodied red wine with a unique character.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Casa Ermelinda Freitas Sand Creek Red Blend is a complex and bold red blend that shows a unique combination of ripe dark fruit, sweet spices, and a hint of toasted oak.The nose shows ripe and juicy aromas of blackberry and plum, along with subtle notes of nutmeg, toffee and smoky cedar. On the palate, the wine is well-structured and full-bodied, with a bold tannic texture and a long, lingering finish. The ripe dark fruit flavors are complemented by notes of dark chocolate, coffee, and toasted oak. This is an excellent red blend that is sure to please both red wine drinkers and those looking for a unique and interesting wine.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Shiraz/Syrah

ORIGINS

Winery: Casa Ermelinda Freitas

Region: Portugal

Portugal is a country located in the southwestern part of Europe, bordered by Spain and the Atlantic Ocean. With a long and rich history of winemaking, Portugal is home to some of the world's most unique and delicious wines. From the Douro Valley to the Alentejo, Portugal's diverse topography and climate make it an ideal place for growing grapes and producing wine. Portugal has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the 4th century BC. Today, Portugal is the world's 8th largest producer of wine, with over 250,000 acres of vineyards and a wide variety of wine styles. Portuguese wines are known for their unique flavor profiles, with many wines exhibiting notes of dried fruits, herbs, and spices.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.3

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