Quinta Vista, 'Reserva Tinto', 2022, Lisboa

'One-Liner'
Bold, sun-soaked Portuguese red – ripe black fruit, spice and a smooth, easy confidence.

Tasting Note
Deep ruby in the glass. The nose is generous and expressive, packed with ripe blackberries, plum and a touch of sweet spice. On the palate it’s round and full-bodied, with soft tannins and a juicy core of dark fruit. There’s a gentle lick of oak adding warmth and structure, but it stays balanced and very drinkable. A proper crowd-pleasing red with a bit of swagger.

Country: Portugal
Region: Lisbon
Sub-Region: n/a
Grape(s): Castelão, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional
ABV: 13.5%
Friendly: Vegan, Vegetarian

Awards & Critics' Scores
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The Story
Lisboa is one of Portugal’s most exciting regions right now – coastal influence, plenty of sunshine, and brilliant value for money. Quinta Vista leans into that sweet spot: modern, fruit-forward winemaking with traditional Portuguese varieties. The “Reserva” label signals a step up in concentration and structure, typically with a touch of oak ageing to round things out and add complexity. The result is a wine that punches comfortably above its price point without trying too hard to be clever.

Perfect With... (click me for the recipe)
- Meat/fish: Spanish-Style Pork Shoulder with Smoked Paprika, Roast Peppers and Crispy Potatoes

- Vegetarian: Roast Aubergine, Red Pepper and Tomato Bake with Thyme

- Vegan: Smoky Lentil and Roasted Pepper Stew with Olive Oil Potatoes