ANTONIO BERNARDINO PAULO DA SILVA CASAL DA AZENHA RED 2018

A coastal red from Portugal's Lisbon region, Casal da Azenha blends Castelão, Syrah, and Tinta Miúda — an uncommon trio that sets it apart from the single-varietal focus common in neighboring Alentejo. Adega Beira-Mar farms near the Atlantic between Praia das Maças and Azenhas do Mar, where ocean winds moderate temperatures and sandy coastal soils keep yields in check. Fermentation takes place in the estate's historic cellar, which houses wooden vats dating to the late 19th century. The wine delivers vibrant red fruit, good freshness, and a clean, medium-length finish.