{"title":"Douro Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover our Douro Valley wines from Portugal's most iconic wine region. The steep, terraced vineyards of the Douro produce powerful, complex reds from indigenous grape varieties like Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Tinta Roriz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce known only for Port, the Douro now produces some of Portugal's finest still wines. Our collection showcases independent winemakers who combine traditional methods with modern expertise to create wines of extraordinary depth and character. Superb with grilled meats, stews and strong cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"flor-de-crasto","title":"Flor de Crasto Douro DOC Portugal","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeep ruby in colour. The nose shows lovely floral notes well integrated with fresh aromas of red fruit. The palate starts with elegance, leading to a wine with good volume, fine texture and polished tannins. This is an engaging wine, with a balanced and fresh finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCritics \u0026amp; Recognition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ 98 pts — Wine Advocate (Vinha Maria Teresa) | ★ Platinum — Decanter World Wine Awards (Touriga Nacional) | ★ 94 pts — Wine Advocate (Reserva Old Vines) | On the wine list at The Wilderness, Birmingham — a Michelin-starred restaurant — and Clos Maggiore, London — one of the world's most celebrated wine restaurants\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wines Direct IRL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43628391989462,"sku":"10778","price":15.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2471\/1126\/files\/10778-w.png?v=1693919470"},{"product_id":"crasto-douro-red-portugal","title":"Crasto Douro DOC Red Portugal","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeep ruby in colour. The nose shows expressive notes of red fruits in perfect harmony with delicate floral aromas. The palate starts in an engaging way, evolving into a wine of excellent volume that poses a solid structure and silky tannins. The finish is fresh, balanced and persistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCritics \u0026amp; Recognition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ 98 pts — Wine Advocate (Vinha Maria Teresa) | ★ Platinum — Decanter World Wine Awards (Touriga Nacional) | ★ 94 pts — Wine Advocate (Reserva Old Vines) | On the wine list at The Wilderness, Birmingham — a Michelin-starred restaurant — and Clos Maggiore, London — one of the world's most celebrated wine restaurants\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wines Direct IRL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43672975802582,"sku":"10462","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2471\/1126\/files\/10462-w.png?v=1693917661"},{"product_id":"crasto-douro-white","title":"Crasto Douro DOC White Portugal","description":"\u003cp\u003ePale lemon in colour. Expressive and complex on the nose, showing fresh citrus fruit aromas and elegant hints of orange blossom. The palate reflects the essence of the region's high-altitude vineyards, showing vibrant freshness, excellent volume and elegant texture, with notes of minerality standing out. The finish is engaging, fresh and persistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCritics \u0026amp; Recognition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ 98 pts — Wine Advocate (Vinha Maria Teresa) | ★ Platinum — Decanter World Wine Awards (Touriga Nacional) | ★ 94 pts — Wine Advocate (Reserva Old Vines) | On the wine list at The Wilderness, Birmingham — a Michelin-starred restaurant — and Clos Maggiore, London — one of the world's most celebrated wine restaurants\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wines Direct IRL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43672975868118,"sku":"10777","price":19.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2471\/1126\/files\/10777-w.png?v=1693906667"},{"product_id":"quinta-do-crasto-reserva-old-vines","title":"Quinta do Crasto Reserva Old Vines Douro DOC Portugal","description":"\u003cp\u003eScents and flavours of blackberries and plums balance delicately with exquisite smoky, spice notes. Elegant yet densely packed with deep fruits and a dark, chocolatey, vanilla dimension. This is a really wonderful red wine; it showcases the best of what Portugal can produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Gold Medal (Grande Ouro)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Concurso Vinhos de Portugal 2024\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn icon of the Douro, this Reserva Vinhas Velhas comes from some of the oldest vines on the Quinta do Crasto estate — deep-rooted parcels that tell the story of the land through every bottle. Expect intense layers of blackberry, cassis, and wild herbs, with beautifully integrated oak and a mineral backbone that speaks of the steep Douro terraces. The palate is rich yet fresh, with polished tannins and a lingering, savoury finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCritics \u0026amp; Recognition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ 98 pts — Wine Advocate (Vinha Maria Teresa) | ★ Platinum — Decanter World Wine Awards (Touriga Nacional) | ★ 94 pts — Wine Advocate (Reserva Old Vines) | On the wine list at The Wilderness, Birmingham — a Michelin-starred restaurant — and Clos Maggiore, London — one of the world's most celebrated wine restaurants\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wines Direct IRL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43672981504214,"sku":"10463","price":48.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2471\/1126\/products\/10463-w.png?v=1681209669"},{"product_id":"crasto-altitude-430","title":"Crasto 'Altitude 430' Douro DOC Portugal","description":"\u003cp\u003eGarnet in colour. The nose shows expressive notes of red fruits in perfect harmony with light woodsy aromas and fine spice. The palate starts in an engaging way, evolving into a wine of excellent volume and fine texture. 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