Casa Ferreirinha Douro Tinto Reserva Especial 2014
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Casa Ferreirinha Douro Tinto Reserva Especial 2014 is a remarkable wine from one of Portugal's most iconic and historic wine houses, Casa Ferreirinha. Known for producing some of the finest wines in the Douro Valley, the Reserva Especial is a rare release that stands alongside the legendary Barca Velha. With a heritage deeply rooted in the region's winemaking tradition, this wine reflects both the legacy of Dona Antónia Ferreira and the innovative spirit of Casa Ferreirinha. Produced only in exceptional vintages, the Reserva Especial is a complex and elegant expression of Douro terroir, showcasing the best of the region’s indigenous grape varieties.
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Bottle details
| Type | Red Blend |
|---|---|
| Brand | Casa Ferreirinha |
| Origin | Douro Valley, Portugal |
| Strength | 14% ABV (28 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | Douro indigenous red grape varieties |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is a full-bodied red from Portugal's Douro Valley, made by Casa Ferreirinha from the region's indigenous red grape varieties and released only in exceptional vintages. The 2014 pours deep ruby with a garnet rim. It opens with blackberry, plum and black cherry layered over violets, tobacco, cedar, black pepper and clove. On the palate the fruit sits comfortably with oak-driven vanilla, cocoa and a touch of leather. Firm, polished tannins carry it to a long finish of dark chocolate, dried herbs and a mineral thread that reflects the Douro's schist soils. It suits the collector who wants a serious Portuguese red to lay down, since it should keep evolving over the next 10 to 20 years. It equally rewards anyone willing to decant it for a couple of hours tonight. We carry it because the Reserva Especial stands alongside Barca Velha in the house's story and carries the legacy of Dona Antónia Ferreira in a bottle you can open with dinner.
Pairs well with
- Roasted lamb — The wine's dark fruit, black pepper and firm tannins stand up to the richness of roasted lamb.
- Serra da Estrela cheese — Its earthy, spicy notes and leather nuance complement the depth of an aged cheese like Serra da Estrela or Manchego.
- Celebratory dinner with friends — Its long, elegant finish of dark chocolate and dried herbs makes it a bottle worth opening at a festive table.
Questions about this bottle
What does the 2014 Reserva Especial taste like?
What does the 2014 Reserva Especial taste like?
Expect ripe blackberry, plum and black cherry with violets, tobacco, cedar and black pepper on the nose. The palate is full-bodied and velvety, with vanilla, cocoa and leather from well-integrated oak. Firm, polished tannins lead to a long finish of dark chocolate, dried herbs and minerality.
What grapes is it made from?
What grapes is it made from?
It is a red blend made from Douro indigenous red grape varieties, grown in Portugal's Douro Valley. Casa Ferreirinha produces the Reserva Especial only in exceptional vintages, so each release reflects a standout year in the region.
Do I need to decant it before serving?
Do I need to decant it before serving?
Yes, decanting is recommended. Give it at least 2 hours in a decanter so the wine can open up and show its full aromatic range. Then serve it at 60-65°F (16-18°C) to bring out its complexity and depth.
Can I cellar it, and does it make a good gift?
Can I cellar it, and does it make a good gift?
It has strong aging potential and should keep evolving over the next 10 to 20 years, so it can be enjoyed now or laid down. As a limited release produced only in exceptional vintages, it is a thoughtful gift for a wine enthusiast or collector.
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