PLEASE NOTE: This is a recurring auction. The seal number(s) you see on the photos might differ from the one(s) on your bottle(s). 2019 Casa Ferreirinha, Quinta da Lêda Red 1 x 0.75L 2019 Casa Ferreirinha, Callabriga Red 1 x 0.75L 2019 Casa Ferreirinha, Vinha Grande Red 2 x 0.75L 4 Bottles Douro Region DESCRIPTION Sogrape is Portugal's leading wine company, with an unparalleled presence, top brands and exceptional vineyards in the country’s main wine-growing regions: Vinho Verde, Douro/Porto, Dão, Bairrada, Bucelas and the Alentejo. Sogrape combines its in-house production with the purchasing of grapes from thousands of growers in a collective effort which nurtures – and brings to the world – the very best in Portuguese wines. Casa Ferreirinha is the pioneer brand and leader in non-fortified Douro wines, with a history of more than 250 years, always in family hands. Knowledge and excellence are just some of the things that make Casa Ferreirinha a benchmark in the world of wines. Quinta da Leda is a superior quality wine that embodies the exclusive richness and contemporaneity of great Douro wines. Quinta da Leda is defined by its complexity and elegance: distinctive elements celebrated in the wines of Casa Ferreirinha, the brand with the biggest tradition of quality in the Douro and a reference of global renown. WINEMAKER: Luís Sottomayor. 2019 Casa Ferreirinha, Quinta da Lêda Red 1 x 0.75L AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS 96 Points, James Suckling 95 Points, Wine Enthusiast 94+ Points, Robert Parker 94 Points, Wine Spectator 93 Points, Falstaff 93 Points, Revista de Vinhos 92 Points, VertdeVin 18 Points, Vinum Magazine 18 Points, Vinho Grandes Escolhas 93 Points, International Wine & Spirit Competition (2018 Vintage) 93 Points, Decanter World Wine Awards (2017 Vintage) 91 Points, International Wine Challenge (2016 Vintage) 17 Points, Jancis Robinson (2016 Vintage) 94 Points, Tom Cannavan (2015 Vintage) Gold Medal, Mundus Vini (2015 Vintage) WINE VARIETIES: Touriga Franca (41%), Touriga Nacional (34%), Tinto Cão (13%) & Tinta Roriz (12%). VINIFICATION Grapes were selected and harvested manually in the best plots of Quinta da Leda. A new selection took place on the sorting mat at the winery to ensure maximum quality. After gentle crushing and de-stemming, the grapes were conveyed to stainless steel vats, where alcoholic fermentation took place. Maceration was long and smooth, extracting the compounds that give colour, aroma and flavour to the wine. It aged for around 18 months in French oak barrels, both new (50%) and used (50%). The final blend was prepared on the basis of countless tastings and analyses carried out during this period. In order to preserve the highest quality of this wine, Quinta da Leda was only subjected to filtration before bottling. As it was not cold stabilised, the formation of a deposit during bottle ageing is natural. TASTING NOTES From one of the top vineyards in the Douro Superior region, the wine is impressive. Its balance and richness are matched by the wine's concentration. Powerful black fruits and a dense texture promise further aging. SERVING Ideal to accompany meat dishes, game and cheeses. The formation of a deposit in the bottle is natural. From the 2nd year after bottling, it is recommended that the wine be decanted before drinking. Serve at 16-18º C. 2019 Casa Ferreirinha, Callabriga Red 1 x 0.75L AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS 93 Points, International Wine & Spirit Competition 91 Points, James Suckling 91 Points, Wine Enthusiast 90 Points, International Wine & Spirit Competition 89 Points, Decanter World Wine Awards 17 Points, Vinho Grandes Escolhas 95 Points, Gold Medal, International Wine Challenge (2020 Vintage) 90 Points, Falstaff (2020 Vintage) 17.5 Points, Vinum Magazine (2020 Vintage) 88-89 Points, VertdeVin (2020 Vintage) 93 Points, Wine Spectator (2018 Vintage) Gold Medal, Challenge International Du Vin (2017 Vintage) 90 Points, Tom Cannavan (2015 Vintage) 92 Points, Revista Adega (2014 Vintage) Grand Gold Medal, Mundus Vini (2014 Vintage) WINE VARIETIES: Touriga Franca (43%), Touriga Nacional (32%) & Tinta Roriz (25%). VINIFICATION The grapes came from plots at Quinta da Leda, where they were vinified, and from neighbouring vineyards. After destemming and soft crushing, the grapes are transferred to stainless steel tanks, where they undergo alcoholic fermentation. During this phase, gentle maceration takes place at controlled temperatures, in order to extract the inherent characteristics that contribute to the colour, aroma and flavour of this wine. The wine aged in used French oak (75%) and new American oak barrels (25%) for a period of 12 months. The final blend was made further to numerous tastings and analysis conducted during this period. In order to preserve the highest possible quality, this wine was only subject to filtration prior to bottling. TASTING NOTES Intense aromas of black fruits, including prunes and sour cherries, as well as cocoa. Balsamic aromas are also prominent alongside a wellintegrated wood element that bestows great complexity. It has smooth yet firm tannins, a balanced acidity, and long persistent finish. SERVING Pairs wonderfully with meat dishes and is the ideal accompaniment to game or roasted fish. A natural deposit may form in the bottle. It is recommended, after the 2nd year of bottling, that the wine be decanted before it is drunk. Serve at 16ºC-18ºC. 2019 Casa Ferreirinha, Vinha Grande Red 2 x 0.75L AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS 17 Points, Good Choice, Vinho Grandes Escolhas 91 Points, James Suckling (2021 Vintage) 95 Points, Gold Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards (2020 Vintage) 92 Points, Revista Adega (2020 Vintage) 91 Points, International Wine & Spirit Competition (2020 Vintage) 90 Points, International Wine Challenge (2020 Vintage) 89 Points, Falstaff (2020 Vintage) 17 Points, Vinum Magazine (2020 Vintage) 91 Points, Editors’ Choice, Wine Enthusiast (2018 Vintage) Gold Medal, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (2018 Vintage) Gold Medal, Challenge International Du Vin (2018 Vintage) Gold Medal, Mundus Vini (2017 Vintage) 90 Points, Tom Cannavan (2016 Vintage) 88-89 Points, VertdeVin (2016 Vintage) 88 Points, Wine Spectator (2016 Vintage) Grand Gold Medal, Berlin Wine Trophy (2014 Vintage) WINE VARIETIES: Touriga Franca (42%), Touriga Nacional (30%), Tinta Roriz (22%) & Tinta Barroca (6%). VINIFICATION Vinified at the wineries of Quinta do Seixo, in Cima Corgo, and Quinta da Leda, in the Douro Superior with grapes sourced from these two subregions. After soft-crushing and destemming, the grapes are transferred to stainless steel tanks, where alcoholic fermentation occurs for an average of 8 days. During this phase, soft maceration at controlled temperatures takes place for delicate extraction of color and aromas. The wine is aged in neutral French oak barrels (2nd – 4th use) for 12 months. TASTING NOTES Notes of red and black fruit with hints of cocoa and chocolate. There are further spicy notes and a well-integrated oak element adding complexity. It has powerful and firm tannins, a balanced acidity and a smooth finish. SERVING An excellent option to accompany meat, cheeses and pasta dishes. It may also be enjoyed with white meat or oven-steamed fish. The formation of deposits in the bottle is natural. From the 2nd year after bottling, it is recommended that the wine be decanted before being consumed. Serve at 16ºC-18ºC.