Dido "la Universal" 2009

SWIC score: 89 (JMG)

Tasting notes: Blackberries, leather, oregano, savoury, complex, fresh.

Available: QC (SAQ 11376994 - $ 23.40)

Winery: Venus La Universal

Region: D.O. Montsant (Catalunya)

Varieties: 70% Garnatxa, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot

Ageing: 9 months in oak barrel

Alcohol level: 14.5% alc./vol.

Dido is the second wine of Venus La Universal winery, the very personal project of Sara Pérez (Mas Martinet) and René Barbier junior (Clos Mogador) in D.O. Montsant. Under the name of the princess Dido, mythological founder of Carthage, it is a complex wine with an unquestionable feminine character. Garnatxa is the main grape in its blend, where you can also find the finesse of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Dido “la Universal” is a fantastic pairing for all kind of red meat recipes as well as BBQ and cold meat.

Vintage tasted: 2009 (October 2012)