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Follies

Follies Touriga Nacional

Portugal, Bairrada

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

3.9

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Follies Touriga Nacional is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Portuguese winery, Quinta da Lagoalva. This wine is made from the Touriga Nacional grape variety, which is known for its intense aromas and flavors. The grapes are sourced from the vineyards located in the Tejo region, which is known for its unique terroir and ideal growing conditions. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is full-bodied, with rich flavors of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of vanilla. Follies Touriga Nacional is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a bold and complex wine with a long and satisfying finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Portuguese red wine has aromas of ripe blackberry, red cherry, and hints of fig, with a delicate floral note of violets.On the palate, it is fresh and vibrant, with firm tannins and a lingering finish of red fruit and spice. Enjoy it with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or a creamy mushroom risotto.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

High

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (4)

Tinta Roriz

Touriga Nacional

Tinta Barroca

ORIGINS

Winery: Follies

Region: Bairrada

Bairrada is an evolving wine region in northern Portugal with a long history of winemaking dating back to the 10th century. The region was awarded DOP status in 1979, sparking the emergence of individual winemaking estates and the development of more modern and approachable styles. Bairrada has been producing wine since Portugal gained independence from the Moors in the 10th century, with its red wines gaining popularity in Britain by the early 1700s. In 1756, The Marquis of Pombal ordered that Bairrada’s vineyards should be uprooted, setting back winemaking in the region. In 1887, the Escola Prática de Viticultura da Bairrada was founded, producing Portugal’s first méthode champenoise sparkling wine in 1890.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

0 Review