Serras de Azeitao Tinto
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Best enjoyed young, typically within 1 to 3 years of the vintage release, to fully appreciate its fresh fruit character.
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Grilled chicken, pasta with tomato-based sauces, mild cheeses and charcuterie
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Named after the stunning mountain ranges of Arrábida that frame the Península de Setúbal, Serras de Azeitão Tinto captures the vibrant, sun-drenched spirit of southern Portugal, tempered by cooling Atlantic breezes. This wine is crafted to showcase a modern, fruit-forward expression of the region's terroir. Bacalhôa utilizes gentle vinification techniques, including short macerations and temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel, to preserve the bright, primary red fruit aromas and soft, round tannins. The result is an incredibly approachable, smooth red that reflects the rich agricultural heritage of Azeitão, a region famous not only for its wines but also for its legendary artisanal sheep's milk cheeses.
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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.