Wines of Portugal brochure

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Contents
WINE
TASTING EVENTS
DÃO 2
20
ALENTEJO
Casa de Santar
Monte Cascas
Quinta dos Carvailhais
Azamor
INTRODUCING
PORTUGAL
4
Quinta da Falorca
J. Portugal Ramos Vinhos
WINERY REGIONS
5
Alianca
Paulo Laureano
VINHO VERDE 6
LISBOA
Companhia Agricola
do Sanguinhal
Anselmo Mendes
DOURO
Duorum
Quinta do Crasto
Niepoort
26
8
39
Crabbie’s
Quinta do Pinto
CARCAVELOS
BEER
OF THE MONTH 31
29
CHAMPAGNE
OF THE MONTH 40
Laurent-Perrier
Quinta de Bela Vista
Francois Lurton
SETÚBAL
Quinta da Leda
Casa Ermelinda Freitas
SPIRIT
OF THE MONTH Quinta do Vallado
Quinta de Bacalhoa
Gabriel-Boudier
30
44
Quinta da Romaneira
Prats & Symington
Quinta de la Rosa
winery regions • WINES OF PORTUGAL • 1
Portugal Tasting
Tuesday 26th July 2011, 7pm – 9pm
The Wine Shop, Lower Ground Floor
Renowned for its fortified wines, few are aware that Portugal also boasts a wealth of quality white, red and rosé
wines from historic grape varieties unseen in the rest of the world. The unknown is always a little daunting, but
we assure you that this is one surprise you’ll love. Over 30 different Portuguese wines will be available to taste,
each handpicked to represent Portugal’s great diversity and variety. Canapés will be served to arouse the palate
and industry experts will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. And that’s not all, we will also be
offering an indulgent 10% off all promotional bottles on the evening.
£30 per person
For more details or to book any tickets please call The Wine Shop on 020 7893 8777 or email [email protected].
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Upcoming Events
An introduction to Sake
A Taste Of Tuscany Wine Tasting
Tuesday 2nd August 2011, 7pm – 9pm
The Tasting Room, Lower Ground Floor
Tuesday 20th September 2011, 7pm – 9pm
The Wine Shop, Lower Ground Floor
Covering everything sake related – from its origins and etiquette,
to its ingredients and production – this is a unique opportunity
for enthusiasts and the intrigued to further their understanding
of one of the world’s most complex and enigmatic drinks. The
course will be hosted by influential sake specialists, including
founding members of the Sake Sommelier Association: Xavier
Chapelou and Kumiko Ohta.
If you can’t join us for a sun-drenched mini-break to Italy, The
Wine Shop can at least help you imagine that you can. Come
along to our Taste of Tuscany wine evening, where we will guide
you through a hand-selected collection of over 30 wines and
canapés to match. An additional 10% off all promotional wines
will be offered on the night to help you get every last drop out
of your Tuscan experience.
Not only will guests gain an understanding of the different styles
of sake, they will also be able to savour some of the finest rice
wines available and receive a qualification certificate.
£35 per person
£70 per person
Dei Frescobaldi Tuscan
Food & Wine Pairing
Friday 30th September 2011, 7pm – 10pm
Dei Frescobaldi, Lower Ground Floor
This special event focuses on a selection of six wines from one
of the oldest producers in Tuscany. These special wines will be
paired with three special courses from Frescobaldi’s new, fresh
for Autumn menu. The event will be hosted by a Frescobaldi
wine expert who will talk through the various pairings and why
they work together – all in the vibrant surrounds of the Lower
Ground Floor’s Dei Frescobaldi Restaurant.
£xx per person
For more details or to book any tickets please call The Wine Shop on 020 7893 8777 or email [email protected].
Tasting Events • WINES OF PORTUGAL • 3
Introducing
PORTUGAL
This month we are celebrating the wines of Portugal, whose huge repertoire of indigenous grape varieties
provide a refreshing alternative to the ubiquitous international varieties grown around the world. Portugal has
largely ignored the fashionable trends that have swept over most wine producing countries and can offer wines
that you just can’t find anywhere else. Port is the countries’ best known export, a fortified red wine from the
Douro Valley, however we are focusing on the wealth of Portugal’s unfortified wines plus a few fortifieds from
other regions, which have been produced for centuries.
There are 323 different grape varieties in Portugal and the vineyards are often a jumble of these. Common red
grapes include Tinta Roriz (aka Tempranillo or Aragonez), Tinto Franca, Alfrocheiro, Tinto Cão, Trincadeira and
Touriga Nacional; whites often include Loueiro, Fernão Pires, Arinto and Encruzado to name just a few. However
Portugal is not entirely without the big international varieties, and Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are
also sometimes thrown into the mix. Portuguese wines are typically a complex blend of these varieties, a result
of decades of experience and know-how. Red and white wines are often labelled simply according to colour
– Tinto and Branco – because the exact blend can often be quite extensive, but don’t let that put you off, as
Aristotle once said ‘the sum of the whole is greater than its parts.’
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winery
regions
Vinho Verde
Douro
Dão
Lisboa
Atlantic Ocean
Setúbal
Alentejo
winery regions • WINES OF PORTUGAL • 5
Vinho Verde
Vinho Verde is the largest Denominação de Origem Controllada (DOC) in Portugal and covers the north-west
corner of the country, where cool, wet weather prevails. Vinho Verde translates literally as ‘green wine’, no doubt
referring to the youth and vivacity of wines produced here. The area boasts excellent reds and even sparkling
whites, although it is the still white varieties, dominated by Loureiro, Padernã and Alvarinho, that have prospered
most here due to the perfectly cool conditions.
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Anselmo Mendes
Anselmo Mendes is one of the leading producers in the Vinho Verde appellation, with considerable skill and
knowledge built over a lifetime working with vines and in vineyard consultancy work across the country.
Mendes’ own estate is situated in the Monção sub region where he grew up, with a family already dedicated
to winemaking and agriculture. This region is also famed for its Alvarinhos, a variety that Mendes is particularly
passionate about. In 1998 he made his first Alvarinho wine – the Muros Malgaço – and since then has grown
and developed the range, which is now highly regarded around the world.
Muros Antigos
Alvarinho 2010
This white wine has aromas of citrus and
seaside air with a faint whiff of sweet peach.
The palate has good weight and body with
a dominance of lime zest, complemented by
ripe peach and nectarine notes. Lovely long
and fresh, this white will pair perfectly with
Rock oysters.
Usual Price £24.50
Promo Price £19.95
VINHO VERDES • WINES OF PORTUGAL • 7
Douro
The Douro is a mountainous region in Northern Portugal; the steep banks which mark the region were forged
by the River Douro, and are lined by narrow stone-walled terraces supporting vines. This historic region, now
deemed a UNESCO World Heritage site, produces some of the best known fortified wines in the world,
collectively known as Port. Despite the area’s heritage and world-famous Port-producing status, unfortified
wines were actually produced in this region long before Port supplanted its popularity. And now these rich,
complex wines are making an exciting comeback.
Duorum
On the steep banks of the upper Douro around Vila Nova de Foz Coa and Castelo Melhor, lies a new
plantation, with more than 250 hectares going under vine. This is a massive undertaking, and outstrips the
normal size of neighbouring vineyards many times. This is the culmination of shared dream between two of
Portugal’s great winemakers José Maria Soares Franco and Joao Portugal Ramos of Vila Santa (see page 39),
who are working in partnership to produce outstanding quality table wines in a valley where Port has always
held sway.
Tons de Duorum
white 2010
This crisp white has an intense aroma
dominated by tropical and citrus fruits,
as well as floral and mineral aromas
that contribute to its complexity. A
well-balanced mouthfeel blends with
the flavours apparent on the nose and
combines them with a refreshing acidity.
This is a perfect white for an aperitif or
to drink with seafood.
Usual Price £12.50
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Quinta do Crasto
Situated on the North bank of the river Douro, half way between Regua and Pinhao, Quinta do Crasto is one
of the finest red wine producing estates in Portugal. Like other great Douro quintas, its origins lie in ancient
times and has been in the family of Leonor and Jorge Roquette for over a century. References to Quinta do
Crasto date as far back as the early seventeenth century, long before the Douro became the world’s first
demarcated wine region in 1756. The winemaking philosophy here is the same for all of the red wines, with pure
ripe fruit from traditional Douro varieties, overlaid with clean barrique ageing and extremely smooth tannins.
Crasto Douro
Superior 2009
Lifted aromas of fresh blackcurrant,
combine with elegant bush and
spice characters. Predominantly
Touriga Nacional, this wine is
incredibly well-balanced and
smooth, with a solid structure and
fine, well-integrated tannins. Great
acidity buoys the mouthfeel of this
red, developing into a pleasant,
well balanced and persistent finish.
Usual Price £19.95
Promo Price £17.95
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Niepoort
When British families were flocking to the Douro Valley in the 1800s, the Niepoort family from the Netherlands
had the same plan. Established in 1842 the Niepoort estate has been a staunchly independent, family owned
business ever since. The lodges are located in the historical centre of Vila Nova de Gaia; a magical place where
Port wines are aged in old casks, bottles or demijohns. Although traditionally a port producer, Dirk Niepoort
the fifth generation who now leads the company, began creating still wines in the early 1990s.
Girosol, Dócil, Loureiro
2009 Vinho Verde
This 100% Loureiro wine comes from
its traditional origin, the valley of Lima,
where it grows on granite soils. Floral
and citrus aromas gently infuse the nose,
and follow onto the remarkably fresh
palate before a long and elegant finish
with a mineral note.
Usual Price £17.95
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Redoma Branco 2009
Redoma Tinto 2007
Moscatel 37.5cl
This Douro white wine is a blend of
many different indigenous varieties
fermented using wild yeast in French
oak barrels, with a further eight months
ageing on lees.The result is an impressive
wine with good complexity and a fine
minerality. It has aromas of apricots and
white peaches alongside a subtle smoky
character. Light and elegant with a dry,
toasty appeal this wine has excellent
freshness and a long finale.
Redoma is produced from several old
vineyards in the centre of the Douro
region. It is rich in colour, with red and
black macerated berry aromas, black
plum and spiced notes, and with plenty
of Douro personality. The palate is
defined with vibrant acidity and a well
integrated tannic structure. In this wine,
the fruit is present but it is balanced by
a strong mineral character.
The Muscat variety is for Dirk Niepoort
one of the great varieties of the
world. Portugal has a long tradition of
producing Moscatel, especially in the
regions of Setubal and Douro.This one is
a full-bodied wine with a good structure
and high acidity level to both balance
the sugar content and guarantee a fresh
tasting wine. Delicious orange peel
Muscat notes are apparent throughout.
Usual Price £43.95
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Six Bottle Case Price £207
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FRANCOIS LURTON
Having grown up in one of Bordeaux’s most respected winemaking
families, Francois Lurton spent the last 20 years as a flying winemaker,
jetting between continents in his quest to create fine wines at
affordable prices. In 2004 he began his Portuguese wine venture,
inspired by the deep ancestral traditions and beautiful old vineyards of
the Duoro Valley. Barco Negro, a blend of classic Portuguese varieties,
is named in honour of barcos rabelo – the traditional sailing boats that
once transported the port-heavy black casks along the turbulent river
to the docks.
Barco Negro 2008
Quite serious in structure and style, this
wine has rich fruit aromas, with layers of
hazelnuts and spice. Ripe tannins bring a
firm structure to a fleshy mid-palate, but
exceptional balance maintains an overall
perception of suppleness. Delicious with
juicy stewed pork, fresh clams or succulent
grilled meat.
Usual Price £13.95
Promo Price £11.50
Six Bottle Case Price £54
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QUINTA DA LEDA
Quinta da Leda is Sogrape’s most contemporary winery in the
Douro region, crafting wines from grapes with maturation and
balance. President of Sogrape Vinhos, Salvador Guedes says: “Our
passion for great wines led us on a search for the unique flavours
of Portugal’s fine wine regions”. His high quality Callabriga regional
range continues to cause a stir with its award-winning Dão, Douro
and Alentejo wines.
Callabriga Douro 2007
A modern, fruit-driven wine with intense
and complex aromas of ripe red fruits with
hints of cedar and eucalyptus, alongside
nutmeg and pepper. Full bodied, with a
good balance of fruit, tannins and acidity,
this wine culminates in a long, complex
finish. In the glass, is really packs a punch
and, unsurprisingly, this red won the
International Wine Challenge gold medal
in 2010.
Usual Price £16.95
Promo Price £13.95
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QUINTA DO
VALLADO
Quinta do Vallado has been in
the capable hands of the Ferreira
family since 1818, with sixth
generation Francisco Ferreira
currently at the helm. The estate
is located at the confluence of
the rivers Corgo and Douro,
and presides over 38 hectares
of vines, roughly 40% of which
are over 80 years old. The
construction of a new winery in
1997 ushered in a higher level
of quality, which has lead to the
beautifully presented fruit in the
wines. While Vallado is known
as one of the most progressive
wineries in the region, there
remains a nod to tradition in all
that they do here; evident in the
age-old foot-treading of certain
batches of grapes!
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Moscatel Galego 2010
Vinho Tinto, Reserva 2008
Produced from 100% Moscatel Galego,
this wine has a lovely subtle aromatic
nose, redolent of rose petals. It has good
depth with ripe peachy fruit and floral
characters, completed by a fresh finish.
A rich, powerful, concentrated Portuguese
red, which sits at the full-bodied end of
the spectrum. Savoury, brambly, black
fruit are present throughout balancing
ripe tannins and lingering onto a long
finish.
Usual Price £13.50
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QUINTA DA ROMANEIRA
Quinta da Romaneira is situated in the Cima Corgo district, in the
heart of the Douro Valley. This superb location, runs along two
kilometres of the Douro River and provides ideal conditions for
the production of high quality wines. Christian Seely, who is known
for his extensive experience at the renowned Quinta do Noval,
bought the Romananeira estate in 2004 and has since replanted
extensive vineyards here with the principal aim of producing dry
wines, and a small range of Ports.
Douro Red 2005
Rich, complex and spicy, this is an intense
and powerful red exuding notes of red
berries and spiced plums. On the palate
it is structured and spicy, with wild
berry fruit characters. Powerful but ripe,
rounded tannins support the juicy fruit
and lead to a long, spicy finish.
Usual Price £44.90
Promo Price £38.95
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PRATS & SYMINGTON
The Symingtons are one of the great wine families of Portugal, with links to the region stretch back as far as the
1600s, and a collection of Port houses – including Dow’s, Graham’s, Cockburn’s, Warre’s and even Harrods own
– that combine to make them the largest landowner in the Douro. The family’s table wine production however
only dates back to 1999. These still wines are crafted at a hi-tech winery based at Quinta do Sol with fruit
coming from two of the region’s finest vineyards – the Quinta de Atayde and Quinta dos Assares. Recently, the
renowned family have entered into a partnership with Bruno Prats, formerly of leading Bordeaux Château Cos
D’Estournel to produce the Chryseia wines which have rapidly become some of the finest of the region.
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Prazo do Roriz
2008
P+S Post Scriptum
2008
Made exclusively at Quinta do Roriz,
this versatile red is ready to drink now,
but will also benefit from one or two
years bottle age. It has a sweet aromatic
nose, bearing notes of redcurrant,
cherry and chocolate, wonderfully
smooth this wine boasts good depth
and structure.
A blend of Touriga Franca,Touriga Nacional,
Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barrocca, harvested
from plots at Quinta do Vesúvio, Perdiz
and Bomfim. The 2008 Post Scriptum has
a deep garnet hue, and fresh blackcurrant
aromas, with a soft supple mouthfeel. Dark
chocolate and blackcurrant characters
balance the fresh acidity and silky wellrounded tannins.
P+S Chryseia
2007
Deep ruby, almost purple in colour, Chryseia
is one of the pioneers of the now widelyrecognised resurgence of non-fortified
Douro wines and the flagship of the Prats
and Symington range.The 2007 has intense
savoury, smokey bacon and redcurrant
aromas.The palate has lovely concentration
with earthy, dark chocolate nuances, resting
on firm savoury tannins and a dry finish,
with hints of smoke and flint.
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QUINTA DE LA ROSA
Claire Feuheerd received Quinta de la Rosa as a christening present in 1906. Today the estate is owned and run
by her granddaughter Sophia Bergqvist alongside Sophia’s father, Tim. After a dormant period, Quinta de la Rosa
ports were launched in 1988 and, then in the 1990s, the family were one of the driving forces behind quality
table wine production in the Douro.
The estate consists of 55 hectares of vineyards, which climb from the very edge of the river Douro up to 400
metres above sea level. Most lie on south-facing schistous terraces, and include old, low-yielding vines of over 50
years in age. The estate style is an intriguing balance of power and elegance.
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Quinta das Bandeiras,
Passagem White 2009
Quinta das Bandeiras sits a little further
up the valley than most and is a joint
venture between winemaker, Jorge
Moreira, and the Bergqvis family. The
nose presents a medley of ripe honeyed
fruit characters. To taste, this wine has
a full-bodied, rich flavour with plenty
of citrus fruit and a creamy note which
lingers on to the finish.
Usual Price £19.95
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La Rosa Tinto 2008
La Rosa Reserve 2007
The 2008 has a spectacularly dense
colour with profound flavours of dark
berries and herbaceous undertones.
There is plenty of richness and volume
on the palate, with a savoury character
and mature tannins giving the wine an
overall rounded, balanced flavour whilst
maintaining its freshness. It finishes with
fantastic length that lingers on the palate.
A blend of Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz,
Tinta Cão and Touriga Franca, The
Reserve is polished and well-rounded
with sweet and savoury aromas. It has
a sweet, lush palate, with firm tannins
which envelop blackberry, black cherry
and dark chocolate notes. Best when
enjoyed with red meats and cheese,
especially Portuguese Serra cheese.
Usual Price £18.50
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Six Bottle Case Price £162
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Dao
South of the famous port-producing Douro Valley, the Dão is a vision of mountains and valleys, where vines are
planted on granite soil between 200 and 400 metres above sea level. This location, combined with hot days and
cool nights, allow for the cultivation of extremely high quality grapes.
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CASA DE SANTAR
Casa de Santar centres around a beautiful manor house and picturesque gardens, located in the heart of the
Dão wine region. With 200 hectares of vines, winemaker Carlos Lucas produces classic reds from Touriga
Nacional, Alfrocheiro and Tinto Roriz, and exciting whites from Encruzado, Arinto and Cercial. Although
relatively unknown, the estate has been producing wine since the 17th century and was one of the very
first properties to use oak barriques to age their wines.
Vinho Branco 2010
This Dão white has a full creamy nose with
citrus and stone fruit notes, particularly
apricot. A mineral tone comes to the
fore on the palate creating a fresh, lean
mouthfeel which combines with a hint of
creamy oak texture, developed through
oak fermentation. A perfect pairing for
chicken or seafood dishes.
Usual Price £14.95
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QUINTA DOS
CARVALHAIS
In 1942, Fernando van Zeller
Guedes and partners, founded
the Sociedade Comercial
dos Grandes Vinhos de Mesa
de Portugal (now known
as SOGRAPE Vinhos S.A.).
Sogrape’s ambition was for
Portuguese wines to be known
all over the world. Quinta
dos Carvalhais, is part of their
portfolio and an estate that
spearheaded Dão’s renaissance.
Today it is recognised as a
specialist brand, with a range of
premium wines and an individual
style that reflects the region’s
elegance and diversity.
Duque de Viseu
Branco 2009
Simple yet refreshing, the Duque de Viseu
boasts subtle aromas, with a prevalence
of tropical and citrus fruits. Finely
balanced acidity and a lively character
distinguish this white wine that is perfect
for sipping on its own or combining with
fresh, light meals such as fish, salads and
pasta.
Usual Price £11.95
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Touriga Nacional 2000
Made exclusively from Touriga Nacional,
this wine is complex, savoury and rustic.
Flavours of cassis, violets and spice, as
well as more aged leather and meaty
notes are evident in the mouth. The
structure is clear and like good cheese
the age of this wine has made it, just
that bit more appealing. Delectable
when paired with meat, game and
cheese.
Usual Price £28.95
Promo Price £24.95
QUINTA DA FALORCA
Falorca is one of four vineyards making up the Quinta Vale Das
Escadinhas estate. With an impressive winemaking tradition
nurtured over five generations, the estate was originally established
by the Costa Barros de Figueiredo family. Spanning 13 hectares in
the premium Silgueiros sub-region of Dão, the four vineyards rest
on the steep banks of the Dão river, facing south with full exposure
to the sun, resulting in ripe and juicy grapes.
Reserva Lagar 2004
The Reserva Lagar is dark in colour
with a soft bouquet of red fruit. The
palate features an elegant balance
between ripe fruit characters and
notes of vanilla, chocolate and spice
originating from the oak maturation
are also present. A certain complexity
continues through the firm tannins,
resulting in a wine of great elegance.
Usual Price £29.95
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Alianca
Established in 1927, Alianca is one of Portugal’s largest and most progressive producers, with a total of 600
hectares spread across estates in five regions of the country, from Douro in the north to Alentejo in the south.
Quinta da Garrida is located in the Dão region on poor, granite soils. Head winemaker Francisco Antunes
oversees the entire portfolio and what must be one of the most diverse ranges in Europe. The wines tend to
maintain a distinct Portuguese character, whilst leaning towards a fresh and modern, fruit-forward style.
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Quinta da Garrida Reserva 2007
A blend of Tinta Roriz and Touriga Nacional aged for
12 months in French and American oak, this wine has
charming floral notes on the nose, bolstered by ripe berry
fruit characters. Combining classic Portuguese characters
with polished, modern winemaking, the 2007 has good
balance and a juicy black cherry appeal.
Usual Price £11.95
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Quinta da Garrida
Touriga Nacional 2007
Made from one of the classic Portuguese varieties,
Touriga Nacional, this wine is rich and hearty with savoury
characters. Powerfully construed it has an almost portlike concentration with black fruit characters and a toasty
finish. Perfect for traditional Portuguese dishes such as
pork or beef marinated in red wine and garlic.
Usual Price £18.95
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Lisboa
This is Portugal’s most productive region and was, until quite recently, called Estremadura. This small coastal
region occupies an area surrounding the west and north of the capital, Lisbon. A range of wine styles are
produced here and a number of sub-regions also exist, including a windy cool region to the east called Óbido.
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Companhia Agricola
do Sanguinhal
Established in the 1920s by Abel Pereira da Fonseca to
administer the properties he already owned in the region. The
company is still in the hands of the Pereira da Fonseca family
who have renewed and expanded the business over the years,
and now comprises 100 hectares over three estates: Quinta das
Cerejeiras, Quinta do Sanguinhal and Quinta de São Francisco.
The Quinta das Cerejeiras estate produces red and white AOC
Óbidos wines, the most famous of which is the Reserva – one
of the oldest Portuguese wines.
Quinta das Cerejeiras, Reserva
2004 Óbidos
Assembled from 40% Castelão, 30% Touriga
Nacional and 30% Tinta Roriz, this traditionalstyle wine is aged for 24 months in French
oak and has a ruby brown hue. The aroma
is reminiscent of cherry jam and vanilla. The
rather polished palate has a good balance
of fruit, oak and acidity. Soft and velvety
throughout, this wine should be decanted to
release its full potential.
Usual Price £24.95
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Quinta do Pinto
Located north of Lisbon, this 120-hectare property surrounds a 17th-century manor house. Records show
the Cardaso Pinto family have owned and made wine at the farm for many centuries. The vineyards here are
planted on gently drained slopes facing the southern sun exposure and protected from northern winds by the
Montejunto mountain. The soils are argilo-calcarious, from the Jurassic period and are cooled by their proximity
to the Atlantic ocean. All in all, this area provides the perfect microclimate for producing fine wines.
Branco 2008
Estremadura
This wine is made with a blend of white
varieties Fernão Pires and Arinto which
have a strong aromatic potential and
together are an exceptional example
of a typical Lisbon regional white
wine. Exuberant white flower aromas
complement exotic tropical fruit notes.
Fresh, light and aromatic it is perfect with
seafood and fish dishes.
Usual Price £17.95
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Carcavelos
The tiny demarcated region of Carcavelos (AOC) is perhaps one of the smallest wine regions in the world.
Located on the Estoril coast, just outside of Lisbon, Carcavelos’ notoriety grew rapidly in the early twentieth
century for the production of both dry and sweet fortified wines made from Galego Dourado, with an average
alcohol content of 20% abv. It is, however, moving into extinction due to Lisbon’s continued urban expansion.
Quinta da Bela Vista
Quinta da Bela Vista dates from the beginning of the last century, but the origin of the Carcavelos wine goes
further back in time to when it was drunk by kings and noblemen. Quality reached its peak in the twenties and
thirties, a golden era for exportation, and the Quinta da Bela Vista Carcavelos wine won prizes at exhibitions and
contests, both at national and international levels. During the fifties, a plague fell upon Carcavelos for which there
was no antidote – urbanisation. Quinta da Bela Vista resisted up until 1969, the year of the last harvest on the last
surviving hectare. These days, only a small amount of stock remains.
Carcavelos
A precious reminder of the glorious fortified wines
of Carcavelos, the Quinta da Bela Vista is around
60 years old and was crafted from a blend of old
vintages. Made almost exclusively from the Galego
Dourado variety it has a strong nutty character,
particularly peanuts and walnuts, which infuse with
rich caramel nuances and hints of toffee apples,
tempered by the high alcohol content, elevated
acidity and a wonderfully long finish.
Usual Price £115
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Setubal
The Setúbal peninsula lies across the estuary of the River Tagus, directly south of Lisbon. The land here is mainly
flat and sandy, with the exception of the Serra da Arrábida – a short chain of mountains running along the south
coast of the peninsula. It is on these mountain slopes that vines for the famously sweet Moscatel de Setúbal wines
are planted and flourish.
CASA
ERMELINDA
FREITAS
Casa Ermelinda Freitas is a
relatively new wine producer,
based in the Setúbal peninsula,
south of Lisbon. It is named after
Ermelinda Freitas, who began the
family business with her husband
in 1997. They have both dedicated
their lives to producing wine and
now their only daughter, Leonor
Freitas is at the helm. Alongside
a range of red and white wines,
the estate also produces fortified
Setúbal Moscatels.
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Moscatel de Setúbal
Moscatel de Setúbal Superior 2000
This fortified Moscatel rests at 17.5% abv and spends 24
months in French oak before release. The result is a rich,
tawny liquid, with an orange and jasmine-scented nose.
A herbal note envelops the palate, reminiscent of green
tea, bitter chocolate and orange peel. Zesty and complex,
this delicious dessert wine will improve further with a
good 20 years in the cellar.
An exquisite moscatel, the Superior is fortified with
grappa to reach 19% abv and maintains a well-balanced
level of natural sweetness. Unfiltered, it is slightly cloudy
and tawny orange in colour, due to its maturation
in French oak over five years. Rich and complex with
aromas of honey, white blossom, orange peel and earl
grey tea, this moscatel is almost bourbon-esque in flavour.
One for sipping after dinner, this fortified wine warrants
special attention and has at least 50 years of life in it.
Usual Price £17.50
Promo Price £14.50
Usual Price £56.50
Promo Price £49.95
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QUINTA DA BACALHOA
Formerly owned by the Portuguese royal family, the Quinta da Bacalhôa estate dates back to the early 15th
century, and is considered to be the most beautiful Portuguese estate from this era. Situated in Azeitão, the
estate is a classified national monument and currently belongs to the Berardo Foundation. Comendador José
Berardo is currently at the helm and has led the way in revitalising the vineyards and revamping the old winery
– two considerable investments which have certainly impacted upon the quality of the wines produced here.
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Tinto 2008
Branco 2008
This estate-grown blend of Cabernet
Sauvignon and Merlot has a savoury nose
with black fruit nuances, complemented
by notes of wood and spice. The dark
fruit characters are intensified in the
mouth and combine with spicy oak notes
and smooth tannins before finishing on a
fine mineral note.
A blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc
with a hint of native Alvarinho grape,
gives this white a complex and toasty
bouquet with notes of passion fruit,
apricot and grapefruit. With six months
of oak ageing, this wine has some serious
structure backed by ripe citrus and stone
fruit characters, resulting in a zesty, fullbodied wine.
Usual Price £18.95
Promo Price £15.95
Usual Price £18.95
Promo Price £15.95
Tinta da Anfora Grand
Escolha 2006 Alentejo
Tinta Roriz and Touriga Nacional with
just a touch of Syrah come together
through the traditional foot-trodden
method to make quite a complex, serious
wine. Morello cherry and plum aromas
combine with liquorice and toast and
vanilla notes glide over a firm structure.
Complex and long, this wine has great
long-term ageing ability.
Usual Price £24.95
Promo Price £22.95
Six Bottle Case Price £120
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Alentejo
Known as the ‘bread basket’ of Portugal, Alentejo has staked a claim as one of the country’s most significant red
wine area. This arid region of wide, rolling vistas is bordered to the south by the Algarve and north by the banks
of the rivers Tejo and Sado. The key white varieties grown here are Roupeiro, Antão and Rabo de Ovelha, while
reds of this area tend to comprise Tinta Roriz, Trincadeira, Castelão and Alicante Bouschet.
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MONTE CASCAS
The Mote Cascas estate was created by two talented,
young Portuguese winemakers – Frederico Gomes and
Helder Cunha – who shared a vision of invigorating
traditional winemaking practises to produce quality
wines with intrinsic balance and heritage.
Their joint venture was devised whilst working in California
– an experience that taught them the importance of
selecting the best vineyards and working closely with
winegrowers to bring out regional characteristics.
Monte Cascas pioneers this vision, with a repertoire
of expressive wines from each of the best wine-growing
regions of Portugal.
Vinho Tinto Reserva 2008
A blend of 90% Alicante Bouschet and
10% Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine has a
vibrant, red fruit nose that is reminiscent
of crab apples. Well-balanced with a juicy,
fresh character and flavours of lush black
fruits and plums. This is a delicious wine
that will suit all palates.
Usual Price £21.95
Promo Price £18.95
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AZAMOR
The family-owned estate of Azamor was purchased in 1998 by Alison
and Joaquim Luiz-Gomes and has since built a reputation for good
quality, fruit-driven wines of excellent value. Azamor is located in the
east between Borba and Elvas, and, as one of the highest points in
the region, enjoys spectacular views over Spain. The vineyards here
are densely planted, resulting in low-vigour vines that are perfect for
producing concentrated, full-flavoured grapes.
Azamor 2007
Soft and juicy red fruit aromas introduce
this exciting blend of Syrah, Alicante
Bouchet, Merlot and Touriga Franca.
Testament to Portugal’s diverse styles,
this wine has a full, opulent mouthfeel
packed with dense black fruit characters
and a wonderful smooth texture. Partially
aged for seven months in a combination
of French and American oak barrels this
wine boasts a subtle depth and structure.
Usual Price £13.95
Promo Price £10.95
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J. PORTUGAL
RAMOS VINHOS
It could be said that the Alentejo region wouldn’t be what it is
today without João Ramos Portugal, a winemaker, consultant and
businessman who has worked with the Portuguese wine industry to
bring many small estates into the international arena. After a successful
30-year career, João decided to concentrate on making his own wines
in the heart of the Alto Alentejo – a captivating area known for its
culture, hunting and rich gastronomic tradition. João incorporates both
modern techniques and Portuguese wine-growing traditions in his
business, including foot-trodden grapes for his top wines.
Vila Santa Reserva red 2008
A classic Portuguese red blend, the
grapes are partially foot trodden in
marble lagares (traditional grape-pressing
baths), with the remainder fermented in
wooden vats. The result is a traditionalstyle red with savoury notes and firm
tannins. The aromas suggest ripe black
fruit, liquorice and nettles, which blend
beautifully with a full-bodied, yet wellrounded palate.
Usual Price £19.95
Promo Price £16.95
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PAULO LAUREANO
Paulo Laureano has been producing his own wines from the family
business since 1999 and is well respected throughout Alentejo. After
several years working as a consultant and enologist for many wine
companies across Portugal, he purchased 70 hectares of old vines
and a historic winery in the sub-region of Vidigueira. Since then, he
has dedicated his time and skills to producing wines made exclusively
from Portuguese varieties, ensuring that each one has a unique
personality and distinguished identity.
Tinto premium 2008
A blend of Aragonês, Trincadeira
and Alicante Bouschet, matured in a
combination of American and French
oak barrels, this wine has a wonderful
aroma of cranberry and other jammy
red fruits, overlaid with hints of spice
and oak.The palate is soft and even, with
savoury and broody red-fruit characters,
completed by a persistent finish.
Usual Price £19.95
Promo Price £16.95
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Beer of the Month
CRABBIE’S
ALCOHOLIC
GINGER BEER
(500ml)
Crabbie’s is the refreshing Ginger Beer for
grown ups, made from an original recipe of
exotic spices, fruit and that special ingredient
ginger, which is shipped especially for the blend
from the Far East. Drawing on knowledge
gained from over 200 years of ginger wine
production, Crabbie’s launched their alcoholic
Ginger Beer last year with incredible success.
Ginger beer is rumoured to be a cure for
sea sickness, stomach ache and even an
aphrodisiac – the only thing we know for sure
is that Crabbie’s Ginger Beer is a delicious
summer thirst quencher.
Enjoy well chilled with a slice of lemon and ice
or mix it up a little with vodka, ice and lime,
for a classic Moscow Mule.
Price per bottle £3
Six Bottle Case Price £15
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Champagne of the Month
Laurent-Perrier
Established in 1812, Laurent-Perrier is a distinguished, family-owned Champagne house based in Tours Sur
Marne. The house has a pedigree for innovation, handcrafting a range of fine Champagnes that are produced to
traditional, time-honoured techniques. Laurent-Perrier was acquired by the Nonancourt family in the late 1930s
and for over 50 years Bernard de Nonancourt has dedicated his life to creating and perfecting the Champagnes
of the house. Their iconic rosé Champagne is adored around the world and is simply perfect for those glorious,
endless summer’s days.
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Ultra Brut
Rosé Brut NV
This is a rare Champagne with zero dosage, which can
only be made in years when the grapes are of optimum
ripeness. Only relatively small volumes of this intensely
perfumed wine are produced. With a good balance of
acidity and natural sugar, it exudes citrus, white fruit and
honeysuckle aromas, which are completed by light floral
flavours and a delicately fresh finish.
Adored for its fresh red fruit flavours, this iconic rosé
was instrumental in making pink Champagne stylish,
sophisticated and well respected. Soft salmon in colour, it
displays delicate notes of juicy red cherries, strawberries
and raspberries. With a delightful freshness and a supple,
rounded finish, this is the benchmark rosé. Superb as an
aperitif it is equally tantalising as an accompaniment to
charcuterie and red fruit desserts.
Usual Price £54.95
Promo Price £46.95
Usual Price £59.95
Promo Price £52.95
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Brut MillÉsimÉ
2002
The 2002 is widely proclaimed as the finest vintage of the
new millennia and Laurent-Perrier’s expression resonates
the exceptional conditions of the year. Crafted from an
equal amount of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, the initial
aroma is marked by an attractive fruity character of stone
fruit and honey. It has a fine mousse and lively character,
with a strong sense of complexity and depth of flavour.The
long finish is marked by persistent notes of yellow stone
fruits and it’s youthful freshness holds great promise for
ageing and enjoying in years to come.
Usual Price £49.95
Promo Price £42.95
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Grand SiÈcle Grande Cuvée
To produce Laurent-Perrier’s luxury cuvée, family member
and chairman Bernard de Nonancourt decided to
concentrate on the two mainstays of Champagne knowhow: the blending of different Crus and the blending
of different harvest years. The epitome of Champagne
assemblage (the ‘marriage’ of several wines from different
vintage years), this handcrafted prestige cuvée has
unique depth, finesse, complexity and consistency with a
remarkable length of honeyed, nutty flavours.
Usual Price £135
Promo Price £115
Cuvée Alexandra ROSÉ 1998
A blend of 80% Pinot Noir with 20% Chardonnay, the
1998 Cuvée Alexandra has a beautiful pale pink salmon
hue. The aromas are reminiscent of strawberry jam and
rose petals, whilst wild strawberries and hints of dried
apricot come to the fore on the palate. Wonderfully fullbodied with a lively, crisp mouthfeel, this superb wine is
best sipped and savoured or paired with game and rich
fruit sauces.
Price £320
Spirit of the Month
Gabriel-Boudier
Gabriel-Boudier is the only major independent Cassis de Dijon company in existence. Established in 1874, the
company was founded on an ethos of family and tradition. To understand the quality of the Gabriel Boudier
liqueurs, it is important to know that all the aromas and flavours are derived entirely from the maceration of
fresh fruit. This process is similar to brewing a pot of tea, in that the liqueurs are ‘brewed’ by soaking crushed fruit
in a spirit solution, much like tea leaves in hot water. The latest launch from this heritage company is the Bartender
Range, a complete collection of cocktail liqueurs for all the classics and more, including Crème de Pêches, Apricot
Brandy, Crème de Cacao White and Curaçao Triple Sec – all available in The Wine Shop at Harrods.
Pomegranate Liqueur,
Bartender Range
50cl
Parfait Amour,
Bartender Range
50cl
Created from a maceration of ripe fruit
in pure alcohol, this delicious liqueur
captures the bursting freshness and
flavour of the finest pomegranates.
Perfect for summer drinks this liqueur is
particularly delicious when mixed simply
with Champagne or sparkling wine.
In the 19th century the voilet-coloured
liqueur known as Parfait Amour was very
fashionable. Gabriel Boudier has created
its own secret recipe in honour of this
age-old spirit, made from a citrus base,
infused with a blend of fresh fruit and
floral extracts, which adds a wonderful
hue to quirky cocktail recipes.
Usual Price £14.95
Promo Price £11.95
Usual Price £16.95
Promo Price £13.95
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cocktail hour
These delicious fruit liqueurs can
be savoured after a meal or used
to create a delicious cocktail. This
summer, why not relax with friends,
enjoy the sunshine and sip our
refreshing Blackcurrant Gin Cooler:
Method:
•Pour a 50ml measure of gin into a
wine glass filled with ice cubes.
•Cover with lemonade to
approximately two-thirds of the glass
• Add a 25ml measure of Gabriel
Boudier Crème de Cassis and a
good squeeze of lime
•Mix and enjoy
Crème de Cassis de Dijon
50cl
This blackcurrant infusion is obtained
by macerating blackcurrants in
alcohol (30% vol) and adding sugar
to neutralise the high acidity of the
fruit. After this, a creamy syrup forms
bringing forth a wonderfully rich
colour and full flavour.
Usual Price £14.95
Promo Price £11.95
CHAMPAGNE OF THE MONTH
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