Description
Cool dusk settles over the rugged hills of northern Portugal as 2022 The Portugal Wine Firm “Invés Las Setas” Rouge, Portugal pours into the glass, its vibrant ruby color hinting at old-vine depth and wild-edged freshness. Bright, lifted fruit meets earthy nuance in a wine shaped by steep slopes, ancient mixed plantings, and a low-intervention hand that lets the vineyard speak before anything else.
Product Details:
- Producer: The Portugal Wine Firm
- Owner(s): João de Gouveia Osório
- Winemaker: Henrique Cizeron (in collaboration with João de Gouveia Osório)
- Vineyard: “Las Setas,” Trás-os-Montes, Portugal
- Composition: Old-vine field blend of red and white varieties (predominantly red grapes with co-planted whites)
- Vintage: 2022
- Region: Trás-os-Montes, Portugal
- Style: Natural/minimal-intervention red wine
- ABV: 12.5%
Sensory :
Fresh red cherry, wild raspberry, and cranberry spring forward on the nose, accented by subtle herbal tones and a dusty, stony undercurrent. The palate is bright and feather-light yet textured, driven by lively acidity and delicate tannins that frame flavors of tart red fruit, underripe plum, and hints of savory spice. A faint rusticity lends charm, while mineral notes echo through a gently persistent finish. The wine feels energetic, honest, and quietly expressive—true to its high-altitude old vines and minimal-intervention origins.
Producer’s Background:
The Portugal Wine Firm was founded by João de Gouveia Osório with the mission of honoring historic vineyards and preserving traditional Portuguese viticulture through small-lot, terroir-driven wines. Working closely with growers and ancient field blends across remote regions, the project emphasizes authenticity, minimal intervention, and biodiversity. “Invés Las Setas” is crafted with winemaker Henrique Cizeron, who helps guide the transformation of fruit from a centenarian, co-planted vineyard in the Arribas hills of Trás-os-Montes. Their combined philosophy—gentle handling, native fermentations, and respect for old vines—results in wines that are pure, vivid, and unmistakably tied to place.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve slightly chilled at 55–60°F in a medium-bowl red or universal glass to preserve the wine’s freshness and aromatic lift. A 5–6 oz pour allows the delicate structure to unfold with gentle swirling. Ideal pairings include grilled sausages, roasted vegetables, tomato-based dishes, chouriço, tapas, or rustic bean stews. Lightly chilled, it becomes an excellent companion for warm-weather meals or casual gatherings, where its brightness and subtle earthiness shine.
