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Critterium Reserva

Origin:

Originating in vines over 20 years old, implanted in well-drained clay-limestone soils, this wine reveals a beautiful ruby color, aromas of forest fruits, some balsamic notes (eucalyptus) and intense freshness revealing the strong Atlantic character. The mouth is intense with balanced acidity, silky and well balanced tannins. The finish is balanced and fresh with roundness and harmony.

Region: Lisbon
Type: Red Wine "Reserva"
Alcohol: 13,5% Total Acidity: 5,9gr/l
Varieties: Castelão, Tinta Roriz, Alicante Bouschet, Syrah
Soil: Clay-limestone
Climate: Tempered with strong maritime influence
Oenologist: António Ventura (Distinguished Oenologist of the Year in 2006 and 2013)
Organoleptic tasting:

Granade color, elegant aromas of ripe fruits and spices, with a slight touch of vanilla. The mouth is structured and harmonious, presenting tannins of excellent quality, ending up in an extensive, silky after taste.

Gastronomic Suggestions:

Goes very well with roasted spicy meats and cheeses.

Storage advisement:

Keep in dry and fresh place, horizontally, away from direct sunlight.


Castelão, Tinta Roriz, Alicante Bouschet and Syrah. Manual vintage into plastic cases during the 3rd week of September, with selective pick on vibratory table before stripping the grapes. Fermentation in low capacity stainless steel vats, at a temperature of 24ºc, and an extensive 12 day maceration. The wine was submitted to a 6 month aging in American and French oak barrels.


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Medalha Frankfurt International Wine Trophy

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2021
Frankfurt International Wine Trophy 2022

Medalha CWWSC - Catavinum World Wine

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2020
CWWSC - 2022 - Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition


Desenho cacho uvas2021 AwardsDesenho cacho uvas


Medalha CWWSC - Catavinum World Wine

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2019
CWWSC - 2021 - Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition


Bunch of  grapes2020 AwardsBunch of  grapes


CWWSC - Catavinum World Wine Medal

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2018
CWWSC - 2020 - Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition

Frankfurt International Wine Trophy Medal

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2018
Frankfurt International Wine Trophy 2020


Bunch of  grapes2019 AwardsBunch of  grapes


Award Frankfurt International Wine Trophy

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2017
Frankfurt International Wine Trophy 2019

Award CWWSC - Catavinum World Wine

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2017
CWWSC - 2019 - Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition

Award Asia Wine Trophy

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2018
Asia Wine Trophy 2019


Bunch of  grapes2018 AwardsBunch of  grapes


Award Lisbon Region Wine Contest

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2015
Lisbon Region Wine Contest 2018


Bunch of  grapes2017 AwardsBunch of  grapes


Award CWWSC - Catavinum World Wine

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2016
CWWSC - 2017 - Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition

Award Portugal Wine Trophy

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2016
Portugal Wine Trophy 2017

Award Frankfurt International Wine Trophy

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2015
Frankfurt International Wine Trophy 2017


Bunch of  grapes2016 AwardsBunch of  grapes


Award CWWSC - Catavinum World Wine

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2015
CWWSC - 2016 - Catavinum World Wine & Spirits Competition

Award Berlin Wine Trophy

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2015
Berlin Wine Trophy 2016

Award Asia Wine Trophy

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2015
Asia Wine Trophy 2016

Award Lisbon Region Wine Contest

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2015
Lisbon Region Wine Contest 2016


Bunch of  grapes2014 AwardsBunch of  grapes


Award Wine Masters Challenge

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2012
Wine Masters Challenge 2014 - XVI World Wine Contest

Award Mundos Vini - World Wines Contest

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2011
Mundos Vini 2014 - Springtime Tasting - Germany


Bunch of  grapes2013 AwardsBunch of  grapes


Award Wine Masters Challenge

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2011
Wine Masters Challenge 2013 - XV World Wine Contest

Award China Wine & Spirits Awards - Best Value

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2011
China Wine & Spirits Awards - Best Value - 2013

Award Vinos Bacchus

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2011
Vinos Bacchus 2013 Madrid - XI International Wine Contest


Bunch of  grapes2012 AwardsBunch of  grapes


Award AWC Vienna

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2010
AWC Vienna 2012 - International Wine Contest

Award Wine Masters Challenge

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2010
Wine Masters Challenge 2012 - XIV World Wine Contest

Award China Wine & Spirits Awards - Best Value

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2010
China Wine Awards - Best Value - 2012


Bunch of  grapes2011 AwardsBunch of  grapes


Award Wine Masters Challenge

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2008
Wine Masters Challenge 2011 - XIII World Wine Contest

Award AWC Vienna

Seal of Approval
Critterium Reserva 2008
AWC Vienna 2011 - International Wine Contest

Award Lisbon Region Wine Contest

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2008
Lisbon Wine Contest 2011


Bunch of  grapes2010 AwardsBunch of  grapes


Award Wine Masters Challenge

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva 2008
Wine Masters Challenge 2010 - XII World Wine Contest

Award Mundos Vini - World Wines Contest

Gold Medal
Critterium Reserva 2008
Mundos Vini 2010 - World Contest


Bunch of  grapes2009 AwardsBunch of  grapes


Award Wine Masters Challenge

Bronze Medal
Critterium Reserva
Wine Masters Challenge 2009 - XI World Wine Contest


Bunch of  grapes2008 AwardsBunch of  grapes


Award Wine Contest C.V.R Estremadura

Silver Medal
Critterium Reserva
Wine Contest C.V.R Estremadura - Junho 2008

Award Wine Masters Challenge

Bronze Medal
Critterium Reserva
Wine Masters Challenge 2008 - X World Wine Contest


Bunch of  grapes2007 AwardsBunch of  grapes


Award Wine Masters Challenge

Bronze Medal
Critterium Reserva
Wine Masters Challenge 2007 - IX World Wine Contest

 

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