
Cabeça de Burro Reserva 2021 Red Wine 75 Cl - Douro DOC
Cabeça de Burro Reserva 2021 Red is a distinguished red wine from Portugal's Douro region, meticulously crafted by Porto Réccua Vinhos. This blend features traditional Douro grape varieties: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and Tinta Barroca. Aged for 12 months in wooden vats and a minimum of 6 months in the bottle, it embodies the classic Douro profile.

Country, Portugal
Wine Region, DOC Douro
Producer, Réccua
Wine Type, Red Wine
Harvest, 2021
Grape Varieties, Tinta Roriz, Tinta-Barroca, Touriga-Franca, Touriga-Nacional
Alcohol Content, 13.5
Bottle Capacity, 750 cL
Winemaker, Maria Antónia Gomes
Serving Temperature,
Awards:
Wine Pairings:
Meat-Based Dishes:
- Italian: Osso Buco with saffron risotto, and slow-braised veal shanks that complement the wine's robust structure.
- French: Beef Bourguignon, a hearty dish braised in red wine with mushrooms and onions.
- Argentinian: Grilled Churrasco steak with chimichurri sauce.
Game and Hearty Dishes:
- Moroccan: Lamb tagine with apricots and almonds, balancing the wine's bold tannins with sweetness and spice.
- American: Smoked barbecue brisket with a tangy barbecue glaze.
- German: Venison goulash with juniper berries, pairing perfectly with the wine's spicy notes.
Vegetarian Options:
- Indian: Spiced lentil dhal with roasted eggplant, complementing the wine's depth and complexity.
- Middle Eastern: Grilled portobello mushrooms with tahini and za’atar.
- Mexican: Stuffed poblano peppers with black beans, cheese, and mole sauce.
Cheese Pairings:
- Spanish: Aged Manchego with quince paste.
- Dutch: Aged Gouda with a caramelized nutty flavor.
- English: Stilton blue cheese with dried figs or honey.
Tasting Notes:
Color: Deep ruby hue.
Aroma: Rich red fruit compote with prominent notes of spices, clove, and a subtle vinous touch.
Palate: Full-bodied, filling the mouth with excellent structure; incisive yet well-integrated tannins; remarkable acidity typical of the region; elegant with intriguing subtleties and a delightful freshness.