Quinta do Monte D´Oiro Touriga Nacional 2021

Quinta do Monte d’Oiro Touriga Nacional 2021 is a polished, varietal red from a focused, limestone-rich estate in Lisboa. It offers a vibrant expression of Touriga Nacional, balancing aromatic lift with structure and restraint. The nose leads with red and black fruit, layered with chocolate, toasted spice, and a hint of vanilla. It’s perfumed but grounded.
On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with rounded tannins and a smooth, textural flow. The oak is present but integrated, adding depth without masking freshness. There’s lift through the finish, suggesting short-term cellaring will further enhance definition.
This is a red built for the table. Ideal pairings include grilled lamb, cured meats, roasted root vegetables, and mushroom-forward dishes. Its balance of fruit and spice makes it flexible across both meat and vegetarian contexts, especially where texture and richness are involved.
With 90+ point scores from Portuguese and international critics, this is a confident, modern expression of one of Portugal’s most iconic grapes—made with precision and clarity, not excess.