Tiago Correia Machado

9.2

As deep as its colour, but still fresh, it paired just fine with both fish and game… and it’s a bargain! Highly recommended. — 2 years ago

Tiago Correia Machado

9.2

Though widely known in Portugal, I was still quite surprised to find it at a major supermarket in Brussels... for €5.50, which is pretty much the lowest threshold here.That said, this is a wine that has enough strength to withstand deep red meats (including heavier game), but also fares well with lighter cheeses. In a sense, it’s rather gourmand, too, so you’ll easily drink half a bottle on its own (and all by yourself) before you even realise it. At three years of age, it’s pretty much ready to drink out of the bottle (though some aeration won’t hurt, either), making it the ideal bring-along wine when going to a dinner party or hosting a larger group. A definite keeper! — 7 years ago

Tiago Correia Machado

8.0

Pretty decent, but only because I bought it for €3... instead of the usual €9. Otherwise, I’d rate it a bit lower. All in all, it’s an acceptable, fresh, everyday ‘verde’ that pairs well with (very) light fish dishes. — 8 years ago

Tiago Correia Machado

9.0

VERY astringent, but, as others have mentioned, also very food-friendly. A great find! — 4 years ago

Tiago Correia Machado

9.0

Already very interesting at a young age; will buy a case to keep trying it over the next couple of years. Definitely worth the money (€5.50 in notoriously expensive Brussels supermarkets), so no need to hesitate on this one. — 7 years ago

Tiago Correia Machado

8.5

Nice and crisp, as most Marlborough Sauvignon Blancs. Ideal for summer days, but will work well with lighter dishes in lower temperatures. All in all, very much worth the €5 price tag at a mainstream supermarket in Brussels. — 7 years ago

Tiago Correia Machado

9.2

Big wine for a relatively small price. Do yourself the favour. The 2014 vintage was wonderful in 2020. — 5 years ago

Tiago Correia Machado

9.0

Still young, but already so typical of its kind. A full, smooth, well-rounded wine that will serve you right with meat, cheese or on its own. — 7 years ago

Tiago Correia Machado

8.8

Lively, tasty, surprisingly good – especially for €5.70 at a major supermarket. Definitely a keeper! — 7 years ago

Tiago Correia Machado

9.7

What a stunning wine! All that an extra 8 years did (I tried the same vintage in 2009, at the 10-year mark) was make it more layered and overall impressive. To drink now, decant well ahead (I’m talking minimum 3 hours) and drink from a ‘grand vin’, if you can. To drink later... probably the same? Either way, it will absolutely be worth it. — 8 years ago