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Quinta do Cardo Tinto 2023

Description

Deep ruby with a violet edge. The nose is fresh and expressive, with dark berry fruit, blackcurrant and a touch of plum, lifted by the cool, high-altitude character of Castelo Rodrigo. There's a pleasing mineral, stony quality running through it, alongside light floral notes typical of Touriga Nacional and a subtle spice from the Tinta Roriz. Precise and clean throughout.

Quinta do Cardo Tinto 2023

£17.50
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Taste Profile

Dry
Sweet
Light
Complex
Fresh
Oaked

Aromas + Flavours

Red Cherry

Blackberry

Violet

More Information

Attributes

  • Type: Red Wine

  • Style: Smooth and Vibrant Red

  • Country: Portugal

  • Region: Beira Interior

  • Blend: Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca

  • Vintage: 2023

  • ABV: 13%

  • Size: 75cl

  • Farming: Organic Principles

  • Winemaking: Traditional

  • Vegan: Not certified

Quinta do Cardo

Quinta do Cardo is a historic wine estate in Beira Interior, Portugal, located on a plateau at 750 metres near the Douro International Reserve and Castelo Rodrigo. Characterised by granite and schist soils, abundant water, and a rugged, mountainous landscape, it offers ideal conditions for wine production. The region’s continental climate—with cold winters, hot dry summers, and cool nights—plays a key role in the ripening of grapes and the quality of the wines.

Established in 1932, Quinta do Cardo spans 180 hectares, with 79 hectares of certified organic vineyards situated on sunlit slopes near the Serra da Marofa. The vineyards feature a rich mix of native grape varieties, including Síria, Malvasia, and Arinto for whites, and Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa, Tinta Roriz, and Alicante Bouschet for reds. Surrounding the vineyards are cork oaks, wild forest, and natural clay ponds that retain rainwater, contributing to a self-sufficient ecosystem.

Pioneering organic viticulture in Portugal, Quinta do Cardo began its transition in 2009, deepening its commitment in 2021. This sustainable approach preserves local biodiversity and enhances the natural balance of the estate, making it one of Portugal’s most distinctive and environmentally conscious wine producers.

Beira Interior

Beira Interior, located in northeastern Portugal, is a distinctive and emerging wine region known for its unique and high-quality wines. It benefits from a continental climate with significant temperature variations between day and night, as well as diverse soils, which create ideal conditions for viticulture.
The area is particularly recognised for its robust reds made from indigenous grape varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Baga, and Rufete. These reds are noted for their deep colour, complex flavours of dark fruit, and well-structured tannins. It also produces intriguing whites, often from the Fonte Cal and Síria grapes, which offer crisp acidity, fresh citrus notes, and a touch of minerality.

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