Berardo Reserva Tinto
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Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted lamb, grilled ribeye steak, aged hard cheeses
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Named in honor of the Berardo family, who played a pivotal role in modernizing Bacalhôa Vinhos de Portugal, the Berardo Reserva Tinto is a distinguished red wine that showcases the exceptional terroir of the Península de Setúbal. Nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the clay-limestone slopes of the Arrábida hills, the vineyards enjoy a Mediterranean climate tempered by cool maritime breezes. This unique microclimate allows grapes to achieve optimal ripeness while retaining vibrant acidity. The wine is typically crafted from a blend of the region's classic Castelão alongside international noble varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Aged in French oak barrels, it develops a complex profile characterized by ripe red fruits, wild berries, subtle spices, and elegant toasted notes, embodying the estate's signature fusion of Portuguese tradition and pioneering spirit.
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Founded in 1922 as Jo o Pires & Filhos, Bacalh a Vinhos de Portugal has grown to become one of the country's most innovative and prestigious wine producers. Now owned by the Jos Berardo family and headquartered in the historic town of Vila Nogueira de Azeit o on the Pen nsula de Set bal, the estate has expanded its footprint across Portugal's premier wine regions, including Alentejo, Douro, Bairrada, D o, and Vinho Verde. Bacalh a is celebrated for its pioneering spirit, notably introducing international varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon to create the iconic Quinta da Bacalh a Tinto, alongside its legendary, richly aged Moscatel de Set bal and terroir-driven Alentejo blends like Quinta do Carmo. Headquartered at Estrada Nacional 10, 2925-901 Vila Nogueira de Azeit o, Portugal, the estate's official website is https://www.bacalhoa.pt.