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Structure

Bodyfull
Tanninfirm
Aciditymedium
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oaknew oak

Drinking window

Best 6 to 15 years from vintage.

vintage6 yrs15 yrs17 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 Alentejo pairing for a structured red.
  • Aged sheep's cheese Firm tannin needs a rich, mature cheese.

With cheese

History

Reserva do Comendador is Adega Mayor's flagship red, named in honour of Rui Nabeiro, the Grupo Nabeiro founder behind the Campo Maior winery.

Facts

Producer
Adega Mayor · visiting guide
Grapes
Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, Cabernet Sauvignon
Oak
Aged in new French oak barriques
ABV
14.0%
Price
EUR 25-35 at retail
Drinking window
6-15 from vintage
First vintage
2003

Frequently asked about Reserva do Comendador

What does Reserva do Comendador taste like?

Adega Mayor's top red, named for the estate's founder, a Touriga Nacional, Aragonez and Cabernet Sauvignon blend built for structure.

When should I drink Reserva do Comendador?

Drink within 6-15 from vintage. Younger bottles benefit from 30-60 minutes of decanting; older ones should be poured carefully off any sediment.

What food pairs with Reserva do Comendador?

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

What grapes are in Reserva do Comendador?

Reserva do Comendador is a blend of Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

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