Tasting - Varas Vinho Tinto

Name: Varas Vinho Tinto

Variety: Castelao, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Pinot Noir

Region: Lisbon

Country: Portugal

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Price: $21.95 3L box ($5.49 bottle)

This smooth Portuguese red is a blend of Castelao (45%), Tinta Roriz (25%), Tinta Barroca (20%), and Pinot Noir (10%). The vineyards are located near Lisbon, planted in sunny gentle slopes of clay and limestone soils. The wine was aged in oak barrels. 

Strong aromas of wet wood. Tangy, tannic taste with a softer finish. Left a slightly woody flavor in my throat.

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