QUINTA DA LAPA Red - Reserve
“Intense ruby red in colour, well defined aromas of ripe fruit, with hints of spice and fine toast.“
The Tejo region is located in the very heart of Portugal, a short drive from the capital city of Lisbon. Pulsing with a rich heritage, Tejo claims a bounty of historical treasures scanning the pages of time, from Roman ruins and Gothic castles, to Manueline monasteries and medieval hilltop villages. To the Portuguese, Tejo is known as the land of vineyards, olive groves, cork forests, Mertolengo cattle, and the famous Lusitano horses.
Viticulture has deep roots in Tejo and it is heralded as one of the oldest wine producing regions in the country. Vineyards have graced the banks of the Tejo River (Tagus in English) since Roman times, and the influence of past grape-growing cultures is evident in the many architectural relics dotting the landscape.
Because they reflect deep knowledge and experience cumulated over many generations, our wines are crafted with great care. From vine to bottle and throughout the winemaking procedures, all our efforts are aimed at achieving wines of quality and exception all while respecting place and environment.
With Quinta da Lapa being the ideal berth for terroir wines, our first and foremost care is placed on the vineyard, all 72 hectares of it.
Some wines age in barrels, either as varietal lots or as blends. We work with 225 liter barrels of both French and American oak, new or of use, according to the “condiment” with which to impart each wine. Always maintaining the premise never to hinder the wine’s original flavor and complexity.
After bottling our red wines age further for periods that range from 4 months to 4 years before they are put on the market and consumed.
Grape Varieties: 25% Touriga Nacional, 25% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Syrah
Vinification: Fermentation in stainless steel vats with temperature control. Ageing: 12 months in French and American oak half barrels.
Tasting Notes: Intense ruby red in colour, this wine captivates for its well defined aromas of ripe fruit, with hints of spice and fine toast. On the palate it is seductively expressive, revealing well-integrated red fruit with polished tannins leading to a lingering elegant finish.
Keeping Time: This wine can be laid down and will reach its full expression within the next 8 years.
Winemakers: Jaime Quendera & Jorge Ventura
Alcohol: 14%
Tempearutre: 16-18ºC
Bottle: 0,75L
Awards & distinctions:
- Selection “The Best Buy of 2013” // Revista de Vinhos
- Bronze Medal // Decanter World Wine Awards 2013
- Selection “The Best Buy of 2012” // Revista de Vinhos
- Selection “The Best of 2012” // Revista de Vinhos
- Silver Medal // Mundus Vini 2011
- Silver Medal // Concurso Nacional dos Vinhos Engarrafados 2011
- Best Wine // Concurso Vinhos de Portugal 2010
- 90 Points // Wine Enthusiast 2019
- Gold Medal // Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2017
- 90 Points // Wine Enthusiast 2017
- Silver Medal // Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2016
- Bronze Medal // Decanter World Wine Awards 2015
- Best Cuveé/Gold Medal // Czech International Wine Competition 2014
- Silver Medal // International Wine Contest Bucharest 2014
Food pairing: This wine being balanced and elegant, it pairs perfectly with classic dishes of wild fowl as well as grilled red meats.
