Vale da Raposa Touriga Nacional

Vintage 2017
by Domingos Alves de Sousa
Varietal Touriga Nacional
Color red
Region dop Douro,Douro DOC
Country Portugal
Medal Score
20.0
8 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black cherryvioletlicoricesmoked meatblack pepperclove
Palate

Full-bodied with firm, grippy tannins and bright acidity, offering a dense yet velvety texture.

Finish

Long finish with persistent notes of dark plum, spice, and a hint of mineral earthiness.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled lamb chops with rosemary
  • • beef ragu pappardelle
  • • duck confit with roasted root vegetables
  • • aged sheep's milk cheese
  • • pork alentejana
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 Asia Wine Trophy 2021
Gold Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2021
Gold Berliner Wine Trophy Winter Session 2021
Silver Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2023
Silver Concurso Vinhos de Portugal 2021
Silver Mundus Vini Spring Tasting 2021
Bronze International Wine Challenge 2021
Bronze Challenge International du Vin 2021

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