Quinta de Saes 2019 Dao Tinto

Pairs with: Wild-harvested mushroom risotto

Good for: Welcoming autumn with an approachable red 

Grapes: Touriga Naçional, Alfrocheiro, Jaen, Tinta Pinheira

I am from: Dão Valley, Portugal

The Story: There is no modern Dão without one of the region’s longtime legends, Alvaro Castro, whose estate encompasses two small properties (or “quintas”) known as Pellada and Saes. Alvaro makes wine here with his daughter Maria, carrying on a tradition of winemaking on this property that dates to the 16th century!

Why You’ll Love Me: On the nose, look for bright fresh cherry, pomegranate, candied violet, rose petal and flint. On the palate, this wine is elegant and fresh, with floral and spice notes wrapped around a core of fresh cherry fruit. Finishes long, with mouthwatering acidity and a consistent seam of minerality.