What more can we say about the glorious, magnificently ripe reds of the country once dubbed ‘the land the supermarkets forgot’? Portugal’s become our happiest hunting ground for juicy, bramble-fruited, richly oaked reds that transform into 5-star favourites virtually overnight. So here’s a lineup of success stories, at just £7.49 a bottle with the two-case deal.
What more can we say about the glorious, magnificently ripe reds of the country once dubbed ‘the land the supermarkets forgot’? Portugal’s become our happiest hunting ground for juicy, bramble-fruited, richly oaked reds that transform into 5-star favourites virtually overnight. So here’s a lineup of success stories, at just £7.49 a bottle with the two-case deal.
What more can we say about the glorious, magnificently ripe reds of the country once dubbed ‘the land the supermarkets forgot’? Portugal’s become our happiest hunting ground for juicy, bramble-fruited, richly oaked reds that transform into 5-star favourites virtually overnight. So here’s a lineup of success stories, at just £7.49 a bottle with the two-case deal.
Vinho Regional Península de Setúbal
Normally £10.49 a bottle
Portugal’s pride and joy grape, barrel-aged to smooth perfection in this luscious big red. Read more
Tasting notes
Immense flavour and richness with firm tannins, yet velvety texture
Aroma
Spiced bramble, cassis, plum and blackcurrant aromas
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Vinho Regional de Lisboa
Normally £9.99 a bottle
It began as a crazy idea but, with 10 Golds in three vintages, this rich velvety red is spot on. Read more
Tasting notes
Ripe damson and blackberry with a hint of coffee and cinnamon
Aroma
Intense forest fruit with spice and savoury notes
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Vinho Regional de Lisboa
Normally £10.49 a bottle
Rich, dark and satisfying – a velvety, full-bodied red from a star Portuguese winemaker. Read more
Tasting notes
Concentrated blackberries, warming spice, a dash of creaminess
Aroma
Spiced damsons, juicy redcurrants, dried fruits, coffee, vanilla
Vinho regional Tejo
Normally £10.99 a bottle
Rich, velvety red, brimful of luscious black fruit – a Portuguese triumph and impressive value. Read more
Tasting notes
Very supple and smooth; lots of ripe, red berry fruits; oaky notes
Aroma
Wild brambles, sweet spices and mocha
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Vinho Regional de Lisboa
Normally £10.49 a bottle
This Gold-medal, spicy black fruit Portuguese red is a luscious blend of native grapes and Syrah. Read more
Tasting notes
Concentrated, juicy, mouthwatering and fruity with smooth tannins
Aroma
Dark berry, ripe bramble, vanilla and toasty oak
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Douro DOC
Normally £10.99 a bottle
From one of Portugal’s elite comes a flavour-packed red like no other. Inky dark and velvet smooth. Read more
Tasting notes
Dark ripe mulberries, currants, plush tannins, spicy vanilla finish
Aroma
Juicy, dark berry fruit with violet notes and spice