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José Maria da Fonseca Waterdog Portugal Red 2020 Wine Review

José Maria da Fonseca Waterdog Portugal Red 2020

José Maria da Fonseca Waterdog Portugal Red 2020

Setúbal Peninsula, Portugal

Community Score:88/100

Community Reviews: 1

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Price: $13.95

Drink: 2022-2024

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13%

Sweetness: Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: José Maria da Fonseca

Agent: Philippe Dandurand Wines Ltd.

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Matt Steeves - Certified Sommelier rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

Waterdog Portugal is much more than a wine with a great label at a bargain price. This red blend combines two popular Portugese varietals (Castelao and Touriga Nacional) in a very tasty, sessionable, and crowd-pleasing style.
Look for dark cherry, stewed fruit, and sweet spices on the nose and palate. Medium bodied with a soft texture, it's great paired with BBQ fare, braised dishes, chili, and enjoying on its own. Tasted April 2022. 88 points. Matt Steeves - www.quercusvino.ca

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