Porca de Murca Tinto
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–4 years of the vintage release to appreciate its fresh, vibrant fruit character.
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Grilled red meats, roasted pork, tomato-based pasta dishes
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Porca de Murça is one of Portugal's most historic and popular wine brands, launched by Real Companhia Velha in 1928. The name pays homage to the legendary 'Sow of Murça' (Porca de Murça), a prehistoric granite monument in the Douro region associated with folklore of a giant wild boar that once roamed the local forests. Crafted as an accessible, everyday expression of the Douro Valley's rugged terroir, this red wine is sourced from vineyards planted on classic schist soils. To preserve its vibrant fruit character, the wine is fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with no oak aging. The resulting style is remarkably fresh, medium-bodied, and dominated by bright red fruit aromas, smooth tannins, and balanced acidity, representing a classic, approachable Douro blend.
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Founded in 1756 by Royal Charter of King José I under the direction of the Marquis of Pombal, Real Companhia Velha is Portugal's oldest wine company, representing over two and a half centuries of uninterrupted Port and Douro wine production. Based in Vila Nova de Gaia with extensive vineyard holdings across the Douro Valley—including prestigious estates like Quinta das Carvalhas and Quinta de Cidro—the company combines deep-seated tradition with modern winemaking techniques. They are globally renowned for their exceptional Port wines, ranging from complex Aged Tawnies to structured Vintages, alongside a highly acclaimed portfolio of still Douro reds and whites that showcase the region's diverse terroir. Official website: https://realcompanhiavelha.pt. Address: Rua Azevedo Magalhães 314, 4430-022 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal.