Textura 'Textura da Estrela' Tinto Dão, 2018 merlot and a touch of oaky

and a touch of oaky vanilla

it begins with a brewers mash coaxing sugars from malted barley into a liquid wash

The allspice berry has for generations been prized for its exceptional tastes of clove

Co-fermented for ten days

We would have it with a pan seared dover sole with lemon and capers

Textura 'Textura da Estrela' Tinto Dão, 2018 merlot and a touch of oakyThis wine is an old vine field blend of 30% Touriga Nacional, 20% Jaen, and Alfrocheiro from Do. A lovely expression of Portuguese viticulture, this wine has a depth of red cherry, blueberry, and dark fruit flavors. Pair with lean cuts of grilled beef, or a hearty stew.