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Da Silva Vinho Tinto 2021
Naramata Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaDa Silva estate is located on the Naramata Bench and is owned by Richard and Twylla da Silva. The family story began in 1955 when they moved from Portugal to the Okanagan Valley and in 1959 when they purchased their first piece of land. The Tinto can come from four estate vineyards blending merlot, syrah, cabernet franc, sauvignon, and malbec. However, the plan is to go Portuguese with future editions, including touriga nacional and friends. The 2021 was crafted following the Portuguese centuries long tradition of field blending. It was aged 18 months in a mix of French and American oak, a little less than previous releases, and it looks better. I like the sweet cherries and vanilla, florals, Turkish coffee, and baking spices. It has an intriguing wild note and bits of desert brush in the finish. A perfect winter stew wine or an all around pizza friend. I recommend a short decanting period to allow the wine to stretch its legs. If you are in the neighbourhood, the winery is also home to The Kitchen at da Silva, where a fusion of Mexican/Portuguese tapas is the theme, making it one of the most exciting places to eat in South Okanagan.Tasted: 01 June 2024Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $28.00 | 750ml | winery online/direct, select private retailers |
Blend: Merlot - Syrah - Cabernet Franc - Cabernet Sauvignon - Malbec CSPC: 424251UPC: 626990408079
