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3-2-2012
Diploma de Prata atribuído ao Paço dos Cunhas de Santar
O restaurante Paço dos Cunhas de Santar do grupo Global Wines / Dão Sul, conquistou no passado dia 30 de Janeiro, o Diploma de Prata na categoria Cozinha de Autor no IV edição do Concurso Vinhos Verdes & Gastronomia, organizado pela Comissão de Viticultura da Região dos Vinhos Verdes (CVRVV). Esta distinção foi atribuída à elaboração da ementa que o restaurante propôs e que tem a... 
2-2-2012
Palestra Douro red 2008 conquers the New York Times
On its recent January 30 edition, the New York Times, the most influential newspaper in the world, considers Palestra Douro red 2008, from Dão Sul / Global Wines, with a shelf price of just $9,00, as BEST VALUE and number 3 on a ranking full of very expensive wines.
Palestra Douro red is referred in the article as structured, intriguingly complex, pleasing and lightly structured,...
14-12-2011
"The Best of the Dão Region Dão" awards
In the “Best of the Dão Region” awards, of the Comissão Vitivinicola da Região do Dão, Global Wines received 2 awards.
Aurélio Claro, our Viticulture Director received the award for “Young Wine-Grower 2011”. This award recognizes his work in the vineyards, as well as the team that supports him, with hard work and dedication.
In the award for “Best Vine of the Dão 2011”, CVR...
9-12-2011
Casa de Santar Touriga-Nacional 2007 awarded on Wine Enthusiast
It´s with great pride that Global Wines received another award, this time with the wine Casa Santar Touriga-Nacional 2007. The prestigious Wine Enthusiast gave our wine 93 points, in the Top 100 wines.This award is another example of the quality of our wines, with best value reccomendations.
21-11-2011
Cabriz Colheita Seleccionada red wine on Wine Spectator
It is with great pride that Global Wines sees Cabriz Colheita Seleccionada red wine 2008 in the Top 100 of the prestigious Wine Spectatotr.This awards not only the wine but also the winemaking team and its ability to produce internationally appreciated wines.
18-11-2011
8º Concours Mondial Bruxelles - Brazil 2011
In the award ceremony of the "8th Concours Mondial de Bruxelles-Brazil 2011", Dão Sul saw 2 wines awarded Gold Medals.
Red Wine Rio Sol Cabernet Sauvignon + Syrah 2010 – Gold Medal;
Red Wine Rio Sol Winemaker’s Selection Touriga Nacional 2009 – Gold Medal;
8-11-2011
Press Choice 2011 at Feira Encontro com o Vinho
In the most recent edition of encontro com o Vinho 2011 Fair, held in Lisbon from 28 to 31 October, Dão Sul saw its new sparkling wine Condessa de Santar Extra Brut 2009 awarded "Press Choice".This Sparkling wine was awarded by the tasting panel, composed of specialized journalists.
26-10-2011
TOP 100 Best Buys from Wine Enthusiast
Dão Sul saw, once again, one of its wines awarded in The Best Wines TOP 100 from Wine Enthusiast. This guide is for retail price of up to 15 dollars.Palestra Douro Red Wine 2009 was awarded 89 points and BEST BUY.
24-10-2011
Best 300 wines under 10 euro on Belgian Market
Frank Vander Auwera, journalist, editing every year the Wine Guide “Best 300 wines under 10 euro on Belgian Market” , elected two of our wines:
Oscars (best price-quality):
Casa de Santar red 2008
Quinta do Encontro Baga Merlot 2009
20-9-2011
Paralelo 8 Premium obtains 3rd place
A blind tasting was held yesterday, 20th September in Brasil, promoted by IBRAVIN (Brazilian Wine Institute) and the top wine critics of Brazil. The tasting panel was composed by the top brazilian producers.Our red wine Paralelo 8 Premium obtained a 3rd place.All information can be read on : http://www.vinhosdobrasil.com.br/
18-8-2011
Revista de Vinhos August 2011
In the most recent edition of Revista de Vinhos, August 2011, Global Wines sae the following wines awarded with Good Buy:
Red Wine Encontro Bairrada DOC 2009 - 15,5 points - Good BuyRed Wine Cabriz Colheita Seleccionada Dão DOC 2009 - 15 points - Good BuyRed Wine Grilos Dão DOC 2009 - 15 points - Good BuyRed Wine Pacato Vinho Regional Alentejano 2009 - points - Good BuyRed Wine Palestra...
9-8-2011
Wine Enthusiast August 2011 - VINHOS DO DÃO
In the latest edition of Wine Enthusiast, Global Wines saw many wines awarded.Alentejo
Red Wine Vinha de Saturno 2007, 89pts
Red Wine Grilos Alentejano 2008, 87pts, Best Buy
Red Wine Monte da Cal 2008, 87pts, Best Buy
Red Wine Quartetto 2008, 85 pts, Best Buy
Bairrada
Red Wine Preto & Branco Reserva 2008, 91pts, Best Buys
Red Wine Grande Encontro 2008, 90pts
Red...
28-6-2011
Selections Mondiales de Vins 2011
In the most recent edition of Selections Mondiales de Vins Canada 2011, Cabriz Reserva red wine 2008 was awarded the gold medal.
7-6-2011
Decanter World Wines 2011
In the most recent edition of Decanter World Wines 2011, Dão Sull saw the following wines awarded:
Red Wine Cabriz Reserva 2008 - bronze medal
Red Wine Flor das Tecedeiras 2009 - bronze medal
Red Wine Encontro 2009 - bronze medal
Red Wine Monte da Cal Reserva 2007 - commended
7-6-2011
TOP 50 PORTUGUESE WINES IN THE UK
Our red wines Cabriz Reserva 2008 and Quintas das Tecedeiras Reserva 2008 are among the 50 Top Portuguese Wines in the UK, elected by the journalist Tom Cannavan.
Viniportugal announced the results yesterday after a winetasting at the Prtuguese Embassy in London.
The winners will be announced at Balmoral Hotel on the 8th June 2011.
6-4-2011
Berliner - Wein - Trophy 2011
In the most recent edition of Berliner - Wein - Trophy 2011, Global Wines received 3 awards:Red Wine Conde de Palma Regional Alentejano 2006 - gold medalRed Wine Encontro Merlot Baga Bairrada DOC 2008 - gold medalRed Wine Astrolabium Dão Reserva 2008 - Silver medal
15-3-2011
Wine Spectator of March 2011
In the most recent edition of Wine Spectator, in March, our wines were awarded again:
Casa de Santar Reserva Red Wine 2006 - 90 points
Grilos Red Wine 2008 -88 points
Casa de Santar Red Wine 2007- 87 points
Casa Antiga Dão Red Wine 2007 - 85 points
Once again congratulations are in order!
7-3-2011
Vinha do Contador White 2009 in Top 10
During the Essência do Vinho Fair 2011, the Top 10 of Wine magazine were elected.Vinha do Contador White Wine 2009 has elected the best white wine and one of the Top 10.
Made from Encruzado, Cerceal-branco and Malvasia-Fina this wine has high quality toast and smoked hints, perfumed with floral hints reminding dry flowers. Full-bodied, large, buttery with excellent acidity, aftertaste...
5-2-2012
Mundus Vini 2010
In the 2010 Mundus Vini edition, Dão Sul received 2 medals:Red Wine Conde de Sabugal 2008 - Gold MedalRed Wine Cabriz Reserva 2007 - Silver MedalThese awards highlight the work, dedication and vision of the company in producing internationally recognized wines.
5-2-2012
Press Choice at Encontro com o Vinho 2010 - Lisbon
In the last edition of "Encontro com o Vinho 2010" Fair, in Lisbon from 5 to 8 November, Global Wines/Dão Sul saw 2 wines awarded.Cabriz Encruzado White Wine 2009 was award "Press Choice" in the White Wine category; Quinta do Encontro Special Cuvée Sparkling Wine 2008 was also awarded.This is another proof that the winemaking team is recognized for its dedication and talent.
