Tempranillo, Casa Ferreirinha, `Papa Figos`, Portugal, 750ml

The International Wine Challenge awarded the wine "Best Portuguese Wine" in a recent competition.

The name "Papa Figos," meaning "fig muncher," refers to the golden oriole, a migratory bird that passes through the Douro region.

Flavours of dark fruit, chocolate, and vanilla, as well as a hint of smokiness.

Vivino users have given Papa Figos an average rating of 4.3 out of 5, with one reviewer describing it as an "Amazing Douro red. Needed time to breathe but well worth the wait. Bold and smooth. Great flavours of ripe plum and dark fruit"

The red blend typically features Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo), Tinta Barroca, Touriga Franca, and Touriga Nacional grapes, sourced from high-altitude vineyards in the Douro Superior region, with around 25% coming from the Quinta da Leda estate near the Spanish border. These vineyards are characterized by schist soils, which promote deep root growth and contribute to the wines' distinctive flavor profiles.