PLEASE NOTE: This is a recurring auction. The seal number(s) you see on the photos might differ from the one(s) on your bottle(s). 2015 ADEGA DE CANTANHEDE, Marquês de Marialva Grande Reserva Red 4 x 0.75L Bairrada Region DESCRIPTION Adega Cooperativa de Cantanhede, founded in 1954, is one of the most reputed wine-producing companies of Portugal, located in the demarcated wine-growing region of Bairrada, in the city of Cantanhede. With about 500 active associated wine-growers and harvesting about 6-8 million kilos of grapes per year, this firm is the biggest producer of its region (representing around 40% of the total production) and certifies about 80% of its production with with the BAIRRADA DOC and BEIRA ATLÂNTICO IGP designations. For the last seven years, it has been the market leader concerning sales of wines and sparkling wines with those classifications. Recognising the challenging competitiveness existing in the international wine market, the qualitative evolution of its wines is the result of the most modern technology, focused on food safety and the improvement and development of Portuguese grapes, in particular the ones with tradition in Bairrada region, such as Baga, Bical and Maria-Gomes, but also Touriga-Nacional, Aragonez and Arinto, among others. That's why its wines, are not only one wine more, but an added value product which is based on unique and surprising flavours and aromas. The portfolio includes a wide range of products (red, white, rosé still and sparkling wines, wine spirits and fortified wines), which, thanks to its diversity, is able to meet the different market segments, with different demanding grades in quality. Its demanding, serious and flexible position in the market has determined its national and international development, which results in the presence of its products in approximately 20 different countries. The quality of its wines has been frequently confirmed and recognized in Portugal and abroad, in the most important and prestigious international wine competitions, which result in more than 750 awards and accolades to its portfolio. WINEMAKER: Osvaldo Amado. AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS Grand Gold Medal, Selections Mondiales des Vins Gold Medal, Mundus Vini Gold Medal, Challenge International du Vin Gold Medal, Berlin Wine Trophy Gold Medal, Asia Wine Trophy Gold Medal, Portugal Wine Trophy 92 Points, Wine Enthusiast (2013 Vintage) 92 Points, Revista Adega (2013 Vintage) Grand Gold Medal, Concours Mondiales de Bruxelles (2013 Vintage) Double Gold Medal, Japan Women’s Wine Awards (2013 Vintage) 17 Points, Vinho Grandes Escolhas (2011 Vintage) 90 Points, International Wine & Spirit Competition (2011 Vintage) 91 Points, Andreas Larsson – Tasted (2011 Vintage) WINE VARIETIES: Baga & Touriga Nacional. VINIFICATION Crushing with total destemming, soft and extended pelicular maceration. Alcoholic fermentation at 28ºC. Ageing 12 months in soft toasted French oak barrels. TASTING NOTES Limpid. Intense grenade colour with slight violaceous tones. Complex and elegant it presents nobility and distinction, fruit of the long months of maturation in French oak barrel and in bottle. Fruity, smooth, well-balanced and harmonious. SERVING It goes well with stewed or grilled red meat, fur or feathers game and cured cheeses. Store in a cool and dry place, sheltered from light and temperature fluctuations. Keep the bottle in a horizontal position. Best served at a temperature between 14-16ºC.