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CABRAL: Exceptional Portuguese Wines
The Cabral brand is synonymous with quality and is especially famous for its range of high distinction ports, but did you know that it also produces tasty dry wines of the Douro appellation? The Douro Demarcated Region (DDR) is the oldest Controlled Denomination of Origin in the world. It is a region with more than 250 years of history. The DDR is a historical continuity and its “cultural, evolutionary and living landscape” has been recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 2001.
Art of winemaking
Five generations already, the continuity of a family of winemakers from the Douro region. Their main objective is to produce DOC (Controlled/Protected Denomination of Origin) wines of the highest quality which are nationally and internationally renowned. The main Quinta is located in the heart of the Douro Region in the Cima Corgo sub-region, just a few kilometres from Pinhão, where it is almost entirely bathed by the splendour of the river. The numerous awards and high distinctions received in the biggest national and international competitions, year after year, speak for themselves about the extraordinary and consistent quality behind each Cabral product: http://portocabral.com/en/our-passion/awards/.
To learn more about Cabral products (ports, wines and brandy at competitive prices), visit its website portocabral.com.
To try absolutely:
4 delicious Cabral wines that are currently available at the SAQ, 2 white wines and 2 red wines.
Cabral Reserva Douro – White wine
| $14.10 | SAQ Code 12757692
https://www.saq.com/en/12757692
Grapes: Viosinho, Arinto, Rabigato, Gouveio
This elegant, dry and smooth white wine, aged for six months in French oak barrels, charms with its intense, complex aromas of white fruit with the floral and spicy notes that are typical of the Douro Valley. The wine is clear, shiny with reflections of golden straw with a fresh acidity and a long-lasting finish. Excellent with fish, white meat with sauces made from cream or butter. Best served between 10°C and 12°C.
Cabral Reserva Douro – Red wine
| $14.10 | SAQ Code 12185647
https://www.saq.com/en/12185647
Grapes: Tinta barroca, Tinta roriz, Touriga francesa, Touriga nacional
Aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, this wine is totally delightful, with a powerful attack, silky tannins, and a long finish with notes reminiscent of fruit soaked in brandy. Dark ruby colour, complex nose bursting with black fruits, eucalyptus, mint and vanilla. Perfect match with braised wild meat in Burgundy-style sauce, duck breast with Porto.
Cabral Seleção Douro – White wine
| $17.00 | SAQ Code 14375209
https://www.saq.com/en/14375209
Grapes: Arinto, Rabigato, Viosinho, Gouveio
A wine that represents all the genuine of Cabral’s know-how, thanks to a careful selection of grapes and to an aging during which “batonnage” was performed. This complex wine of four grape varieties promises a beautiful finish all in intensity while highlighting mineral notes, combined with smoked wood and fresh fruit. Excellent to accompany fatty fish, cod in its various forms, stews, as well as oriental cuisine. It should be served at a temperature between 12°C and 14°C. To be consumed immediately or within the next 3-5 years.
Cabral Seleção Douro – Red wine
| $17.00 | SAQ Code 13114947
https://www.saq.com/en/13114947
Grapes: Touriga Franca, Touriga nacional, Sousao, Tinta amarela
A wine with intense notes of black fruit, enhanced by toasty aromas of oak. Powerful taste thanks to an extended aging of 18 months, resulting from a blend of grapes from young vines (20 years) and old vines (65 years), which gives it a unique profile. This wine has a deep colour and concentrated dress, with purple hues. It will please you for sure! Drinks well with red meats, game and aged cheeses. Serve between 16°C and 18°C. Decant one hour before serving. Excellent aging potential.
Global International Networks Wines & Spirits is the wine agency representing the Cabral brand in Quebec. For more information on its diverse range of products offered, visit its website at globalinc.ca.
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