Casa Ferreirinha Barca Velha 2008
Casa Ferreirinha Barca Velha 2008 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca (Douro, Portugal), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is some. Good with lamb, steak, venison, beef stew.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sine Qua Non Next of Kyn Touriga Nacional 2018 Sine Qua Non · California | £353.00 | |||
| Turris Niepoort 2016 Niepoort · Douro | £160.00 | |||
| Touriga Nacional Quinta do Crasto 2020 Quinta do Crasto · Douro | £75.00 | |||
| Poeira 2021 Jorge Moreira · Douro | £63.00 |
Casa Ferreirinha Barca Velha 2008 is a mature-vintage blended red wine from the Douro region of Portugal. Since its inception in 1952, Barca Velha has consistently held the title of the most revered Portuguese wine, celebrated for its classic, intense, intricate, elegant, and opulent qualities. Barca Velha serves as the foundation upon which Casa Ferreirinha has built its reputation, becoming a renowned quality brand in the Douro region and a significant ambassador on the global wine stage. The declaration of Barca Velha is reserved exclusively for extraordinary years. "This is the latest release of what has long been regarded as Portugal’s iconic wine. And it is magnificent. The last vintage was the 2004 and the wait has now shown to be worthwhile. With its immense span and breadth of flavours and rich structure it is a superb manifestation of the great vineyards of the Douro Superior. Big bold fruits and acidity are matched by the tannins and concentration. Hold this for many years or at least wait until 2022." 100 points, Wine Enthusiast, 2017