2016 Vinha Mãe Tinto Family Estate Red, Lisboa, Portugal

Portugal’s Lisboa wine region is one of Europe’s most exciting and underappreciated — and Vinha Mãe (“Mother Vine”) is a beautiful expression of why. This 2016 family estate red is a blend of indigenous Portuguese varieties, aged to perfection and delivering the kind of earthy, complex character that only comes from old vines and patient winemaking. Rich, structured, and deeply satisfying — this is a wine that tells the story of a family, a land, and a tradition that stretches back generations. Wine Details & Tasting Notes Tasting Notes: Deep ruby with aromas of dark plum, dried fig, leather, and a hint of tobacco and dried herbs. On the palate, it’s full-bodied with firm but well-integrated tannins, flavors of dark fruit, earthy spice, and a long, warming finish with notes of cedar and dried flowers. The 2016 vintage has had time to develop beautifully — this is a wine that rewards those who seek it out. Origin – Lisboa, Portugal Producer – Vinha Mãe; family estate, indigenous Portuguese varieties Varietal – Portuguese red blend (Castelão, Aragonez, Touriga Nacional) Style – Dry red wine ABV – 13.5% Certification – N/A Food Pairing This is a wine built for the table —…