DaoTinto,QuintaPellada,AlvaroCastro

<p>ORGANIC / VEGAN</p><p>Beautifully vibrant, bright and juicy red wine. The palate is round and soft, packed full of soft bramble fruits, rosemary and pine wood.</p><ul><li>Origin: Beiras, Dao, Portugal</li><li>Producer: Dão Álvaro de Castro</li><li>Vintage: 2021</li><li>Grape variety: Alfrocheiro, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz</li><li>Food pairing: Cured meat, game (venison, rabbit, etc.), Italian food, BBQ</li><li>Bottle size: 75cl</li><li>ABV: 13%</li></ul><h3>Flavour profile</h3><p>This is a smooth and balanced red wine with flavours of juicy dark berries, like blackberries and cherries. On the palate, it’s medium-bodied with refined tannins and bright acidity. You might also notice a touch of spice and a hint of flowers or earthiness, which give it a bit more depth. It’s not too heavy, with just the right amount of freshness to keep it easy to enjoy with or without food.</p><h3>About Dão region & Álvaro de Castro winery</h3><p>The Dão region, nestled in central Portugal, is known for its mountainous terrain, granite soils, and cool climate, ideal conditions for producing elegant, age-worthy wines. Álvaro de Castro is a legendary winemaker in the area, known for reviving the potential of Dão’s indigenous grape varieties like Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro, and Jaen. His estate, Quinta da Pellada, is one of the region’s most respected, producing wines that showcase both tradition and terroir.</p><h3>How to pair it</h3><p>This wine’s bright acidity and structured profile make it versatile for food. It pairs beautifully with roasted meats, particularly lamb or pork, as well as mushroom-based dishes and aged cheeses. Its earthy notes also complement Portuguese classics like bacalhau à brás or feijoada. For a vegetarian option, try it with lentil stew or grilled aubergines with herbs.</p>