Structure

Bodyfull
Tanninfirm
Aciditymedium
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oakoak aged

Drinking window

Best 3 to 8 years from vintage.
vintage3 yrs8 yrs10 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninMedium acidityDryLong finish

What it pairs with

  • Alentejo black pork secretos
    Full body and firm tannin cut through fat.
  • Slow-roasted lamb
    A classic pairing for a structured Alentejo red.
  • Aged cheese
    Firm tannin needs a rich, mature cheese.

History

Adega de Borba's Reserva has represented the Borba sub-region cooperative's top red tier since the modern DOC Alentejo era began.

Facts

Producer
Adega de Borba · visiting guide
Grapes
Aragonez, Trincadeira, Cabernet Sauvignon
Classification
DOC Alentejo (Borba sub-region)
Oak
Aged in French oak
ABV
14.0%
Price
EUR 10-14 at retail
Drinking window
3-8 from vintage

Frequently asked about Adega de Borba Reserva Tinto

What does Adega de Borba Reserva Tinto taste like?

The cooperative's reserve-tier red from the Borba sub-region, an Aragonez, Trincadeira and Cabernet Sauvignon blend from member-grown vineyards.

When should I drink Adega de Borba Reserva Tinto?

Drink within 3-8 from vintage. Younger bottles benefit from 30-60 minutes of decanting; older ones should be poured carefully off any sediment.

What food pairs with Adega de Borba Reserva Tinto?

Alentejo black pork secretos and Slow-roasted lamb are the strongest matches. Full body and firm tannin cut through fat.

What grapes are in Adega de Borba Reserva Tinto?

Adega de Borba Reserva Tinto is a blend of Aragonez, Trincadeira, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

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