Structure

Bodymedium
Tanninlow
Aciditymedium
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oakbarrel aged

Drinking window

Best 2 to 12 years from vintage.
vintage2 yrs12 yrs14 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninMedium acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: cherry, strawberry, oak-given spice

Palate: fresh and fine-drawn, deep flavour, very delicate tannin

Garnet coloured, with elegant cherry and strawberry fruit well married to a spiced note from the wood, and tannins of great delicacy.

What it pairs with

  • Roast pork belly
    Very delicate tannin is exactly what pork asks for.
  • Charcuterie
    Cherry and strawberry fruit with spice suit cured meats.
  • Roast root vegetables
    The wine is versatile and light enough on tannin for a vegetable plate.

Facts

Producer
Quinta de Lemos · visiting guide
Grapes
Jaen (100%)
Classification
DOC Dão
Oak
Malolactic fermentation and ageing in French oak barrels
Drinking window
2-12 from vintage

Frequently asked about Quinta de Lemos Jaen

What does Quinta de Lemos Jaen taste like?

Garnet in colour, with elegant notes of red fruit, cherries and strawberries well combined with the wood, which adds a spiced touch. It is fresh, fine drawn and deep in flavour, a modern and versatile wine with tannins of great delicacy.

What grapes are in Quinta de Lemos Jaen?

One hundred percent Jaen, from vines around eight years old when the estate's note was written.

What food pairs with Quinta de Lemos Jaen?

Its delicacy suits roast pork, a charcuterie board or roasted root vegetables rather than heavy grilled beef.

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