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This isn't just a red wine; it's a multi-award-winning experience that promises to dazzle your palate.
The Accolades: A Wine Worth Its Weight in Gold
Let's start with the bragging rights. This wine has been showered with accolades, including a Gold Medal at the Paris Wine Cup 2021 and impressive scores from USA Wine Ratings and Sam Kim's Wine Orbit. It's like the wine world's way of saying, "You've got to try this!"
The Look: A Ruby Spectacle
Pour a glass, and you'll be greeted by a bright ruby color that's as intense as a Portuguese sunset. It's a visual treat that sets the stage for what's to come.
The Aroma: A Symphony of Scents
Inhale deeply, and you'll find an intoxicating blend of wild berries and elegant florals. It's like a walk through a Portuguese meadow, where every step reveals a new aromatic delight.
The Craft: A Blend of Excellence
Made from a delicious blend of Trincadeira, Aragonez, Alicante Bouschet, and Castelão grapes, this wine is a true representation of its terroir. The granitic, schist, and clay-limestone soils add complexity, while fermentation in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature of 24ºC ensures a balanced profile.
The Taste: A Velvety Dream
Take a sip, and you'll find a wine that's round, velvety, and incredibly well-balanced. The tannins are polished to perfection, and the finish? Oh, it lingers, leaving you with a spicy, juicy aftertaste that's simply irresistible.
Food Pairing: A Culinary Star
This wine is a versatile food companion. Imagine it with a plate of grilled meats or a hearty pasta dish. It's the kind of wine that makes every meal a celebration.
So, are you ready to uncork this award-winning gem? Here's to the joy of discovery, the freedom to trust your own palate, and the sheer pleasure of savoring a wine that's truly in a league of its own. Saúde!
Awarded Gold Medal
Paris Wine Cup 2021
Awarded 93/100 Points
USA Wine Ratings
Awarded 90/100 Points & 4.5 Stars
Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
Customer Reviews
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
- Pricing For 1-12 bottles, shipping is $6.99 for Auckland, $8.99 for the North Island and $11.99 for the South Island. For 13 or more bottles, shipping is $11.99 for Auckland, $14.99 for the North Island and $17.99 for the South Island.
- Timing We estimate delivery to be up to 3-4 working days for urban NZ addresses, and up to 5 working days for rural delivery.
- Click and collect is available from our Albany warehouse shop.
- We do not ship outside of New Zealand.
- We are unable to deliver to PO Boxes. Delivery is via NZ Couriers.
Returns
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We’ll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the ‘Complete Orders’ link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We’ll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we’ve received and processed the returned item.