Tapada de Villar Tinto Reserva - Quinta das Arcas

Tapada de Villar Tinto Reserva - Quinta das ArcasThe Tapada de Villar Tinto Reserva from Quintas das Arcas is a very concentrated and full-bodied Reserva. Elegant in appearance and aromatic diversity, with intense spice and dry fruit, it grants an exquisite drinking pleasure. This top wine from Portugal shows itself in a very dark and concentrated, ruby red color with violet reflections. On the nose, it convinces with an aromatic intensity of spices, dried fruits and gentle hints of chocolate and jam. The palate is characterized by a great complexity and structure and volume, nicely combined with soft tannins. An elegant and excellent finish completes it. Vinification of the Tapada de Villar Reserva Due to the great differences in temperature between day and night, the grapes of Tapada de Villar have a wide range of aromas between fruit and acidity. In order to preserve the harvest, the grapes of the three varieties Alicante Bouschet (50%), Touriga Nacional (30%), Syrah (20%) are harvested at night and immediately destemmed. The grapes are fermented in open steel tanks and then aged for 8 months in French oak. Food pairing for the Tapada de Villar Tinto Reserva from Quintas das Arcas We recommend it with tapas, red meat, traditional Spanish or Portuguese sausages and creamy cheeses. Awards for the Tapada de Villar Reserva International Wine Challenge 2013 - Gold Medal Vintage 2010 Commended by International Wine Challenge in 2013