Iron Maiden Eddie's Blend Darkest Red 2024 75cl

Iron Maiden Eddie's Blend Darkest Red 2024 75cl

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Type
Type
Red
Country
Country
Portugal
Region
Region
Douro
Grape
Grape
Touriga Franca
Style
Style
Full Bodied Red
Vintage
Vintage
2024
ABV
ABV
13%

Description

Iron Maiden Eddie’s Blend is a powerful, character‑driven Douro blend crafted from classic Portuguese varieties grown on steep schist slopes overlooking the river. Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão and Touriga Nacional combine to deliver depth, structure and intensity, shaped by the region’s dramatic terrain and long, sun‑drenched growing season. The fruit is harvested at optimal ripeness to capture richness and purity, then vinified with gentle extraction to preserve the natural vibrancy and dark fruit concentration that define the Douro’s finest reds. The result is a wine with real presence bold, dark and unapologetically expressive.

Why You’ll Love It

This is a wine built for fans of richness, power and personality. Selected by the band and approved by Eddie, it channels the spirit of Iron Maiden into a full‑throttle Douro red: intense black fruit, brooding spice and a satisfyingly bold finish. It’s a standout choice for anyone who enjoys robust, flavour‑packed reds with a sense of identity and exceptional value for the quality inside the bottle.

Meet the Producer

The Van Zeller family’s winemaking roots stretch back centuries, with the original Feuerheerd’s brand founded in 1815 by German trader Dietrich Matthias Feuerheerd. Today, under the stewardship of Barão de Vilar and head winemaker Álvaro van Zeller, the estate continues to craft expressive, terroir‑driven wines from the Douro Valley. Their approach blends deep regional heritage with modern precision, resulting in wines that are both authentic and beautifully polished.

Production

Grapes are sourced from traditional Douro vineyards planted on schist soils, where low yields and intense summer heat produce naturally concentrated fruit. After careful selection, the grapes undergo controlled fermentation with measured extraction to build structure without harshness. The blend is assembled to balance richness, freshness and aromatic complexity, creating a wine that is dark, intense and harmoniously layered — a true reflection of the Douro’s character.

Tasting Notes

Deep, opaque ruby in colour, the wine opens with a surge of blackberry, black cherry and ripe plum. Subtle notes of spice, dark cocoa and dried herbs add complexity. The palate is full‑bodied and robust, delivering a crescendo of dark fruit wrapped in smooth tannins and a bold, lingering finish. Rich, intense and immensely satisfying — best enjoyed with the volume turned up.

Perfect Pairings

A natural match for grilled or roasted meats, smoky barbecue dishes, hearty stews, chargrilled vegetables and mature cheeses. Also excellent with burgers, spicy sausages or anything served alongside loud music and good company.

Grape Varieties

Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão, Touriga Nacional

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Iron Maiden Eddie's Blend Darkest Red 2024 75cl

Iron Maiden Eddie's Blend Darkest Red 2024 75cl

£13.49
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