Vinha da Valentina Reserva Signature Tinto

Vintage 2018
by Casa Ermelinda Freitas
Varietal Merlot
Color red
Region Setúbal Terras do Sado
Country Portugal
Medal Score
22.0
11 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black plumbaking spicemochacedardried fig
Palate

Medium-plus body with velvety tannins and bright, juicy acidity that keeps the wine lively and supple.

Finish

Long and persistent finish revealing dark chocolate and subtle toast that linger gracefully.

Food Pairings
  • • roast duck with black cherry sauce
  • • grilled lamb chops with rosemary
  • • aged Manchego cheese
  • • wild mushroom risotto
  • • char-grilled portobello burgers
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2032

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Gold China wine and Spirits Awards 2020
Gold Berliner Wine Trophy Summer Session 2020
Silver Monde Selection International Wine Contest 2020
Silver Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition 2020
Silver Sélections Mondiales des Vins Canada 2020
Silver Challenge International du Vin 2020
Silver Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2020
Bronze Decanter World Wine Awards 2021
Bronze Challenge International du Vin 2021
Bronze International Wine Challenge 2020
Bronze IWSC International Wine & Spirit Competition 2020

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