2024 Carlos Raposo - Impecavel Dao Tinto (750ml)

Carlos Raposo was born in Dão and trained at the wine school in Bairrada. He apprenticed in several wine regions, then spent seven years at Niepoort, where he rose to head winemaker. In 2018 he returned home to Nelas to start his own project, first under the Vinhos Imperfeitos label and later World Wild Wines. He worked with organic and biodynamic fruit from old Dão vineyards and favored a focused, early-picked style. Impecável is his accessible, stainless steel range.

The Impecável Tinto is 100 percent Touriga Nacional, the signature grape of Dão. The vines are roughly 30 to 50 years old and sit mainly in the Serra da Estrela sub-region, the coolest part of Dão. The fruit is farmed organically or biodynamically, then fermented and aged in stainless steel with very gentle extraction and no oak. The goal is purity and freshness rather than weight, and the wine is ready to drink young.

The 2024 shows deep red color with a bluish edge. Aromas of violet, bergamot, red cherry, and wild forest berries lead into a juicy, supple palate. Fine tannins, bright acidity, and a touch of camphor and green herbs add savory lift. It’s a versatile food wine that works with roast chicken, grilled seafood, pizza, or tomato-based pasta.