Notes of: Dark Chocolate

Notes of: Tobacco

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Prune

Notes of: Sour Cherry

Notes of: Plum

Quinta das Bágeiras

Quinta das Bágeiras Reserva Tinto

Portugal, Beiras

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.9

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Quinta das Bágeiras Reserva Tinto is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Portuguese winery, Quinta das Bágeiras. This wine is made from carefully selected grapes grown in the Bairrada appellation, known for its unique terroir and favorable climate. The vineyards are located on steep slopes, which provide excellent drainage and exposure to sunlight, resulting in grapes with intense flavors and aromas. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including foot treading and aging in oak barrels, which add complexity and depth to the wine. The resulting wine is a full-bodied and elegant red, with notes of dark fruit, spices, and a long, smooth finish. Quinta das Bágeiras Reserva Tinto is a must-try for any wine enthusiast looking for a high-quality and authentic Portuguese wine.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Quinta das Bágeiras Reserva Tinto 2017 is an excellent red wine, with a deep ruby colour and a complex nose of dark fruits, spices, and earthy aromas.On the palate, it is full-bodied and well-structured, with intense flavours of black currants, cherries, chocolate, and tobacco. The tannins are firm and well-integrated and the finish is long and balanced. This is an exceptional wine that will only improve with further aging.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2028

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (2)

Touriga Nacional

Baga

ORIGINS

Winery: Quinta das Bágeiras

Region: Beiras

Beiras is a Portuguese wine region located in the central part of the country, in the Beiras region. Beiras has a long history of winemaking, dating back to the Roman Empire. The region was known for its high-quality wines, and it was even mentioned in the writings of the Roman poet Virgil. In the Middle Ages, the region was known for its fortified wines, which were popular throughout Europe. The Beiras DOC came into force in 2005 with the merging of three IPR designations.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

0 Review