Portada Reserva Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon - DFJ Vinhos

Portada Reserva Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon - DFJ VinhosIn the glass, the Portada Reserva Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon from DFJ Vinhos reveals a bright purple-red color. The first nose of the Portada Reserva Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon shows nuances of raspberries, blackberries, and lemons. To the fruity components of the bouquet, more fruity-balsamic nuances are added. On the palate, the Portada Reserva Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon from DFJ Vinhos starts pleasantly aromatic, fruit-focused, and balanced. The texture of this well-balanced red wine is wonderfully velvety and dense. Thanks to the balanced fruit acidity, the Portada Reserva Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon caresses the palate with a soft feel without missing out on juicy liveliness. In the finish, this well-aging red wine from the Estremadura wine region impresses with notable length. Again, hints of raspberry and lemon are apparent. Vinification of DFJ Vinhos Portada Reserva Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon This balanced red wine from Portugal is crafted from the grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. After harvest, the grapes are immediately transferred to the press house. Here, they are selected and gently crushed. Fermentation then takes place in concrete at controlled temperatures. The vinification is followed by several months of maturation on the fine lees before the wine is finally bottled. Food pairing recommendations for DFJ Vinhos Portada Reserva Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon Ideally serve this Portuguese red wine at 15 - 18°C as a companion to fennel salad with red lentils, leek soup, or potato pan-fried with salmon.