Quinta de Cabriz Dão Tinto Reserva Dão, Portugal

Introduction:A richly textured and age-worthy red from Portugal’s Dão region, this Reserva captivates with its depth and elegance. Meticulous winemaking brings forward a harmonious interplay of ripe fruit, savory depth, and refined structure. Terrior:Grown on granite-based soils with thin topsoil on sloping vineyards at ~350–400 m elevation, the vines benefit from a continental climate shaped by Atlantic and central plateau influences. Large diurnal temperature shifts preserve acidity and build aromatic intensity. Appearance:Deep ruby with light garnet hues at the rim—clear and gracefully evolving with age. Nose:Complex layers of black cherry, plum and cassis are intertwined with notes of cedar, tobacco leaf, damp forest floor, and hints of rosemary. With air, nuances of licorice, dried herbs and subtle earthy spice emerge, signaling its maturity. Palate:Medium to full-bodied, showing concentrated black fruit flavors—sour cherry, black plum—accented by earthy mineral tension and a whis