Caves Sao Joao Sparkling Red

Caves São João has one of the oldest cellars in Portugal which reflects their history & reputation in Portugal. Founded in 1920, they are now celebrating their Centenary, now more than 100 years since production began.

In 1930 they began their production of sparkling wines that are respected throughout the world & loved in the UK. The table wines use a mixture of Portuguese & international grape varieties & the old vintages are indelible marks for any oenophile.

Nowadays, they have been undertaking massive investment that has allowed equipping the company with the most modern winemaking technologies allowing them to reach an even higher level of quality. Therefore Caves São João are prepared to deal with the future challenges, but always bearing in mind the need to accompany the evolution of the market.

Every year many visitors are dazzled by the beauty of the galleries excavated under the winery with probably the oldest stock of table wines in good condition in Portugal.

We have been importers for the famous Caves São João for many years but now we are going to increase our range of old vintages from their famous cellars. With reds starting from 1975 & whites from 1994 these fabulous wines will be a massive hit in the UK with merchants who want to spoil their customers! Please get in touch for more information on these fantastic old vintages.

Baga, Touriga Nacional, Cabernet Sauvignon

40% Baga, 30% Touriga Nacional, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon.

Made using the traditional method. This is the most recent sparkling made by Caves São João in Bairrada. This region is known for producing the best sparkling wine in Portugal but this dry red sparkling is a new venture that is proving very successful.

This wine has a deep ruby colour, with intense notes of red & black fruits such as raspberries, blackcurrants & blueberries.

On the palate it is fresh with creamy foam that makes this a serious sparkling red. The increase in popularity for this style of sparkling is increasing rapidly so make sure you have one in your range.

Serving Temperature: 10 - 12ºC

An easy drinking sparkling that matches very well with oily fish, BBQ & roast turkey.