Wine Highlight: Giz Vinhas Velhas

We're excited to introduce a brand-new section on our blog: "Wine Highlight". If you've ever found yourself captivated by the alluring bouquet of a rich red or the zesty palate of a lively white, you're in for a treat.

Portugal has a wine-making legacy that stretches back centuries, teeming with diversity from sun-bathed plains to verdant valleys. Each region offers unique treasures waiting to be uncorked, sniffed, swirled, and savoured. But with such variety at hand, where does one start? That's precisely where "Wine Highlight" comes in.

Wine Highlight: Giz Vinhas Velhas Red

Giz Vinhas Velhas Red is an authentic tribute to the Bairrada region, offering a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity. Its exquisite balance makes it a fine choice for pairing with rich meat dishes, including lamb and goat. 🥂

📍 Region: Bairrada
🍇 Grape: Indigenous Baga
🍾 Alcohol: 12.5%
🔬 Acidity: 6.0 g/l
🥩 Pairing: Red meats, lamb, and goat

👁️ Appearance: This wine showcases a deep, inviting hue, begging to be explored.

👃 Nose: It delivers delicate, well-defined aromas that meld ripe red and blue fruits with complex undertones. Cedar, vanilla, mocha, and forest floor all play a part, making the bouquet a captivating experience.

👄 Palate: On the palate, this wine is nothing short of elegant. The first sip reveals a minerality and freshness that pay homage to the limestone soils of Bairrada. Deep, structured, and brimming with complexity, this wine is a true embodiment of its chalky terroir.

🏁 Finish: Lingering and memorable, the finish invites you to contemplate the wine's individuality and character.

🌱 Winemaking: Crafted from hand-harvested grapes and fermented in "lagares," this wine underwent 20 months of ageing in French oak barrels. It's a labour of love, reflected in its limited production.

Photo: Giz Vinhas Velhas