Wines Douro Ramos Pinto - Duas Quintas - 2022

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The Ramos Pinto Duas Quintas 2022 is a red wine from the Douro region of Portugal, crafted as a traditional blend representative of the area. While the precise composition is not specified here, Duas Quintas typically harmonises indigenous grape varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz. The 2022 vintage benefits from a warm, balanced year, encouraging excellent ripeness and aromatic complexity. The winemaking at Ramos Pinto focuses on expressing the character of both quintas (estates) that inspire the wine, bringing together fruit from different altitudes and soils to achieve complexity, freshness, and depth. Expect a vibrant crimson hue, with aromas of ripe black fruit, wild herbs, and subtle floral notes, underpinned by finely integrated oak if used during maturation. On the palate, the wine is known for its supple tannins, lively structure, and persistent finish, making it approachable yet suitable for moderate ageing.

The Douro Valley is historically renowned, not only for its port wines but increasingly for high-quality dry reds like this one. Nestled along the steep banks of the Douro river, the region boasts a mosaic of schistose and granite soils, lending a singular mineral edge to the wines. The continental climate, with hot, dry summers and marked diurnal variation, aids the slow maturation of grapes, contributing to both power and finesse in the finished wines. The centuries-old stone terraces lining the riverbanks are testimony to the region’s rich viticultural heritage, making Douro reds both distinctive and inherently tied to their place of origin.

To highlight the vivacity and structure of this Douro red, pair it with robust dishes such as grilled lamb chops with rosemary, traditional Portuguese feijoada (bean and pork stew), or cured meats and artisanal cheeses from the region. Its natural freshness and lively fruit profile also complement Mediterranean-style roast vegetables or mushroom risotto.

For optimal enjoyment, serve slightly cool at 16-18°C. Decanting for half an hour can help the wine open up, revealing its aromatic depth and softening the texture. This wine can be enjoyed in its youth but will also benefit from a couple of years in the cellar to allow the tannins and fruit to further integrate.