Herdade Paço do Conde Reserva Tinto 2020

Originating from the vast and sun-drenched Alentejo that covers much of southern Portugal. In recent years, the region has made a name for itself with big, ripe, fruity red wines that top the wine lists of many fine restaurants in Lisbon.

In the glass, the Paco de Conde Reserva presents itself with an intense garnet red colour. The nose is full of aromas of red fruits such as blackberries and raspberries with lots of currants and pleasant vanilla and toasted notes. In the mouth, the Tinto Reserva is soft, with soft tannins and a full, intense body. Elegant but with a lot of power. A red wine from Portugal to impress!

Serving suggestion The Tinta Reserva goes well with game ragout, fried vegetables, braised stews, red cabbage and chocolate desserts.

The Castelo Branco family has worked hard to transform their traditional, grain-based farming activities into a more competitive agricultural activity, such as vineyards and olive groves. Planting of the vines began in 1995 after selecting vineyards with the right exposure, soil and climate.

The 230 hectares of vineyards, which are south-facing and on sandy slate clay, are divided into gently sloping areas. Herdade Paco do Conde used red wine grape varieties such as Aragonez, Trincadeira, Castelo, Touriga Nacional, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Alicante Bouschet. Their white varieties are Antéo Vaz, Arinto, Verdelho and Viogner.

Due to the dry and warm Alentejo, the entire area is provided with drip irrigation which ensures a perfect balance in the ripening of the grapes during the long, hot, dry summers.