Carm Douro 2021

Made from a classic Douro blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz, this wine comes from high-altitude vineyards in the Upper Douro Valley. CARM – Casa Agrícola Roboredo Madeira – is a family-run estate known for sustainable, organic farming and a precise, terroir-driven style. The wine is fermented in stainless steel and partially aged in French oak, striking a fine balance between fruit expression and structure.

Bouquet

Fragrant and dark-fruited, with aromas of black cherry, cassis, and wild berries, lifted by hints of violet, black pepper, and Mediterranean herbs. Subtle notes of cocoa and toast suggest a gentle touch of oak.

Palate

Medium to full-bodied with ripe tannins and a fresh, mineral thread. Rich flavours of plum, dark chocolate, and baking spice unfold over a smooth, textured palate. Balanced acidity leads to a long, clean, and slightly savoury finish. A wine of depth and clarity.

Food Pairing

Ideal with roast lamb, grilled sausages, smoky aubergine, or a rich bean stew. Also great with hard cheeses, venison, or Portuguese classics like feijoada or bacalhau à Brás.

Interesting Fact

CARM is one of the Douro’s pioneering organic producers, farming vineyards in Portugal’s remotest winemaking zone—the Douro Superior, where altitude and schist soils bring elegance to traditionally robust wines.

Cellaring

Enjoy now with a decant for full expression, or cellar for 5–7 years, developing earthy, savoury complexity and velvety smoothness with time.