João Clara Tinto 2006- Vinho Regional Algarve

Posted on January 29, 2008 
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After some time away, it’s nice to come back to a surprise like this!

A couple of nights ago, we were introduced to a new and special character; João Clara - a beautiful red wine from right here in the Algarve. What a wonderful and unexpected surprise - this wine is very young, but shelved for a couple of years, and WOW. Its strong aroma grabs you as soon as it’s poured and its flavor is robust and dry with mild wood and red berry flavours, and a super clean finish. Thrilled that this wine comes from right here in our backyard.

Joao Clara - Vinho Regional Algarve

We had the pleasure of meeting this new friend at one of our favourite restaurants: Chinese Gourmet, in Amancil, so we thank Michael for introducing us! If you see this wine on the store shelves, I recommend you pick up more than one, the first one goes so fast, you really need a back up.

Our Meal at Chinese Gourmet Restaurant

Here is what we ended up enjoying with our new found red: Sauteed Cracked Crab, Black Pepper Shrimp, Stir Fried Chicken Noodle, Mongolian Beef and these super fluffy white steamed buns - that have just a hint of vanilla…sooo good, we had to order a second round just to mop up the crab sauce…a great meal!

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    4 Responses to “João Clara Tinto 2006- Vinho Regional Algarve”

    1. Algarve Wine Tours - Things To do Algarve on April 1st, 2008 3:08 pm

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    2. terry laughton on June 3rd, 2008 7:05 pm

      Hi Can you tell me where i can buy joao clara red wine in london or surrey England. regards Terry.

    3. Malcolm Hancock on July 30th, 2008 10:02 pm

      Hi Can you tell me where I can buy joao clara wine in West Mids

      Regards Malcolm

    4. Eddie on July 31st, 2008 12:10 am

      Hi Malcolm,

      That’s a good question. From what I understand, Joao Clara is a new wine and the bottle we had was from a small batch produced. Nevertheless, I’ll look into this further and see what I can find for you.

      If you’re looking for other great Portuguese wines, check out cortes da cima … they produce by far some of the best wines from Portugal.

      I’ll keep you posted.

      Eddie

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