Vale da Corça Grande Reserva 2016 Douro Tinto 75cl

Vale da Corça Grande Reserva 2016 is an exceptional red wine, produced in the Douro Superior sub-region from vineyards in schist soil, which gives the wine a unique minerality and depth. This Grande Reserva brings together three emblematic Douro grape varieties — Touriga Nacional, Souzão and Tinto Cão — masterfully combined to create a dense, structured and extremely elegant wine.

Aged for 24 months in French oak barrels , it presents an enveloping aromatic complexity and an impressive storage capacity.

Tasting notes:

• Color: Opaque, intense and deep ruby.
• Aroma: Very ripe red fruits in perfect harmony with notes of spices and superior quality wood .
• Palate: Dense and full-bodied, with great structure, excellent quality tannins, balanced acidity and a very long and persistent finish. A wine with a noble profile, ideal for special moments.

Harmonization:

Perfect to accompany:

• Roasted meats in the oven
• Hunting for hair or feathers
• Grilled red meats with intense sauces
• Board of cured cheeses and regional sausages

Technical Information:

• Producer: Vale da Corça
• Region: Douro
• Sub-region: Douro Superior
• Year: 2016
• Classification: Grand Reserve
• Grape varieties: Touriga Nacional, Souzão and Tinto Cão
• Alcohol: 14% Vol.
• Total Acidity: 5.4 g/dm³
• Residual Sugar: 2.5 g/dm³
• pH: 3.72
• Aging: 24 months in French oak barrels
• Soil type: Shale
• Capacity: 75cl

This is a wine that reflects the soul of the Douro , bringing together power and sophistication in a bottle that promises to elevate any meal — or simply toast to life's great moments.