This month we are staying with European wines that we know are already in our distributors’ warehouses and not just coming ashore subject to the new tariffs. Our September wines are from the Lisboa region of Portugal. The Lisboa wine region is located in central-western Portugal, surrounding the capital city of Lisbon and stretching along the Atlantic coast north of the city. It was formerly known as the Estremadura region before being renamed in 2009 to capitalize on the internationally recognized name of Portugal’s capital. Wines grown in this region are influenced by the Atlantic Ocean. Over 30 varietals are grown in the region. By production volume, Lisboa is the largest wine producing region in Portugal.
These are not the first wines we have featured from Portugal so if you have been with us awhile you know almost all Portugese wines are blends of grapes, some unique to the country. The white selection is 2022 AdegaMae Dory Vinho Branco produced by Dioga Lopes and Anselmo Mendes. This is a blend of Viosinho, Arinto, Alvarinho and Sauvignon Blanc grapes.The wine shows good balance and a fresh edge along with a bright lemon aftertaste. The red selection is 2020 Confidencial Reserva Tinto produced by Casa Santos Lima. This is a blend of Tinto Cao and Carmaralet. Ron Pilling’s notes on this wine provide interesting backgound information on both varietals. Ranked #1 by Wine Spectator for “Wineries for Value” from Portugal, the Confidencial Reserva is also a great buy. This is considered a wine to keep but i find it delicious now!
2022 AdegaMae Dory Lisboa Branco, Portugal $13
Boasting a generous aromatic intensity, this wine shows its youth in a fine concentration of citric notes, asparagus, and tropical aromas; medium-bodied with refreshing acidity and delicate creaminess; smooth, it delivers good fruit and a dash of salinity on the finish, This is a great wine with seafood. Alcohol:12.5%
2020 Confidencial Reserva Vinho Tinto, Portugal $15
This wine shows great complex aromas of red fruits and some vanilla. Medium body in the mouth, well balanced, with sensations of red fruits, combined with the elegancy of wood notes and fine tannins In the aftertaste, it is smooth, with some acidity and complexity, overcoming ripe fruit, chocolate and some dry fruits..This is a good pairing for Mexican food. Alcohol: 13.5%
