Touriga Nacional
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Typically best enjoyed 3–10 years from the vintage release.
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roasted lamb, wild boar stew, aged sheep's milk cheese
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Bacalhôa's exploration of the Dão region brings to life the noble character of Touriga Nacional in its spiritual homeland. Grown in the region's signature granitic soils, which are sheltered by the majestic Caramulo and Estrela mountain ranges, the vines benefit from cool nights and warm days. This dramatic diurnal temperature shift preserves the grape's natural acidity and intense aromatic profile. Bacalhôa's winemaking philosophy here focuses on showcasing the elegant, ethereal side of the variety, balancing its bold structure with fine-grained tannins. The wine is typically aged in French oak barriques, adding subtle spicy nuances to the grape's classic profile of dark fruits, wet granite, and wild violets.
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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.