QCARD1-W - DOC Beira Interior, Castelo Rodrigo - Síria- 12%

This wine opens with a fragrant and intense aromatic profile, showcasing floral and bright citrus notes characteristic of its high-altitude (750m) granitic and schist terroir. The palate is notably fresh and vibrant, with a light body and a clean finish.  

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Prominent floral and zesty citrus aromas define its lively and expressive bouquet.  

Palate: Light, fresh, and vibrant, with excellent acidity from slow, high-altitude maturation providing structure and a refreshing persistence.  

Winemaking Process: Organically grown Síria grapes are pressed, and the must ferments in stainless steel for 30 days at around 14°C. A brief aging on fine lees follows. This vegan-friendly wine, crafted by Jorge Rosa Santos and Rui Lopes, aims to express the grape and terroir, benefiting from the region's low humidity which favors organic practices.  

Food Pairings: Ideal with light, fresh dishes: grilled or roasted fish, seafood, sushi, sashimi, vegetarian options, white meats (grilled chicken, turkey), vegetable soups, and herb-infused dishes.  

QCARD1-R - DOC Beira Interior, Castelo Rodrigo - Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz - 13%

This red wine opens with a very fruity profile, dominated by notes of blackberries and currants, reflecting its origin in the high-altitude (750m), granitic and schist soils of Quinta do Cardo. The 2022 vintage, marked by dry conditions, yielded concentrated fruit. On the palate, it presents soft tannins and a beautiful overall harmony.  

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Aromatic and expressive, showcasing clear notes of dark berries such as blackberries and currants.  

Palate: Fruity and well-balanced, with soft tannins contributing to a harmonious structure. The concentration from the 2022 harvest is evident, leading to a satisfying finish.  

Winemaking Process: Organically grown Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz grapes were harvested from a very dry 2022 season, resulting in healthy, concentrated fruit. The varieties fermented separately in stainless steel vats with gentle handling, using only free-run juice ("grape tears"). A portion of the wine was then aged in French oak barrels. This vegan and gluten-free wine is crafted by Jorge Rosa Santos and Rui Lopes.  

Food Pairings: Pairs well with light white and red meats (roast chicken, turkey, duck, pork), light game (rabbit, partridge), fatty fish (salmon, cod), vegetarian dishes, pastas, traditional "chanfanas" (goat/lamb stew), and more intensely flavoured cured cheeses.

QCARD1-RS - DOC Beira Interior, Castelo Rodrigo - Tinta Roriz and Jaen - 12.5%

This rosé presents an open color and an elegant aroma, evoking flowers and red berries, reflecting its high-altitude (750m) origins in Quinta do Cardo's granitic and schist soils. The 2023 vintage, an atypical year, has produced a wine that is light, fresh, and very balanced on the palate.  

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Elegant aromas reminiscent of flowers and fresh red berries.  

Palate: A mild flavour profile that is light, fresh, and exceptionally balanced, with good acidity typical of the region.  

Winemaking Process: Organically grown Tinta Roriz and Jaen grapes were used. Only the free-run juice ("tear" must) obtained after pressing the entire bunches was fermented in stainless steel tanks at around 14°C. A brief aging period on its fine fermentation lees followed. This vegan and gluten-free wine is crafted by Jorge Rosa Santos and Rui Lopes.  

Food Pairings: Ideal for starters such as light sausage platters, pâtés, and bruschettas. It also pairs well with fish and seafood (including grilled fish, roasts, seafood dishes like octopus rice, and ceviche), vegetarian dishes, and characteristic cheeses from Beira Interior.  

QCARD2-R - DOC Beira Interior, Castelo Rodrigo - Tinta Roriz - 13.5%

This Tinta Roriz from high-altitude (750m) vineyards displays immediate character with notes of spices, forest fruits, tobacco leaf, cedar, and light balsamic touches. The 2021 vintage was remarkably balanced, contributing to a wine that is elegant, fresh, and very precise on the palate.  

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Complex aromas of spice, forest fruits, tobacco leaf, and cedar, with subtle balsamic undertones.  

Palate: An elegant and precise flavour profile, offering freshness and reflecting the high-altitude terroir and balanced ripening of the 2021 vintage.  

Winemaking Process: Organically grown Tinta Roriz grapes from the perfectly ripened 2021 harvest were fermented in stainless steel frustum-conical vats. The wine was then aged for an extensive 24 months in new and used French oak barrels. This vegan and gluten-free wine is crafted by Jorge Rosa Santos e Rui Lopes.  

Food Pairings: Excellent with red meats like stone-cooked steak, entrecôte with red wine sauce, or roast lamb. It also complements game meats such as braised wild boar or grilled venison, pasta, and risotto. For vegetarian options, consider eggplant parmigiana or lentil stew.  

QCARD2-W - DOC Beira Interior, Castelo Rodrigo - Síria - 12.5%

A white wine of enormous complexity from its high-altitude (750m) origins, this Síria showcases hints of citrus fruit, rich notes of grapefruit, stone fruit, paraffin, and biscuits, all enveloped in striking minerality. The 2022 dry vintage yielded healthy, concentrated grapes. It possesses fine acidity, remarkable freshness, and significant presence, with an aging potential explicitly noted to exceed 20 years.  

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Complex aromas of citrus, grapefruit, and stone fruit, with underlying notes of paraffin, biscuit, and distinct minerality.  

Palate: Remarkable freshness and presence, with a fine acidity and flavours that mirror the nose. The wine’s structure promises excellent development over time.  

Winemaking Process: Organically grown Síria grapes from the 2022 harvest were pressed, and the must fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel. The majority of the wine was then aged for a year on fine lees in an old 3000-litre oak barrel, with the remainder kept in stainless steel until the final blend. This vegan and gluten-free wine is crafted by Jorge Rosa Santos e Rui Lopes.  

Food Pairings: Pairs wonderfully with fish and seafood such as cod, sea bass, scallops, and prawns. Also suitable for white meats, pasta dishes, and risottos. Vegetarian options include potato and cheese gratin, roasted vegetable pie, or spinach and goat cheese quiche.  

QCARD3-R - DOC Beira Interior, Castelo Rodrigo - Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Francesa , Alicante Bouschet - 13.5%

This distinguished red blend is designed for long aging, with a potential exceeding 20 years. It immediately reveals terroir-driven notes of cedar, spice, fresh fruit, and toasted cereal from its high-altitude (750m) origins. The perfectly ripened 2021 vintage contributes to its elegant, polished character, which unfolds with extraordinary breadth, depth, and layered complexity on the palate.  

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Identifying aromas of cedar, spice, fresh fruit, and toasted cereal, indicative of its granitic and schist terroir.  

Palate: Elegant and polished, yet displaying remarkable breadth and depth. It shows multiple layers of complexity and flavours, with a structure built for significant aging.  

Winemaking Process: A blend of organically grown Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Francesa, and Alicante Bouschet. The grapes benefited from a remarkably balanced 2021 growing season with timely rains and a dry harvest. The four varieties were fermented separately in stainless steel frustum-conical vats, with the Alicante Bouschet fermented in a press. The wine then underwent aging for 24 months in new French oak barrels. This vegan and gluten-free wine is crafted by Jorge Rosa Santos e Rui Lopes.  

Food Pairings: Superb with aged red meats like herb-roasted lamb or grilled beef with a seasoning crust. Also pairs well with game dishes, exotic meats, refined pastas, and risottos. Complements aged hard cheeses such as Parmesan or aged Manchego, and can even accompany specific desserts like dried fruit and spice pie or bitter chocolate with low sweetness.