Alicante Bouschet 2015
2015 2013 2012 2010 2009 2008 2007
Wine Concept
A red juice grape variety of French origin. Introduced in Alentejo in the 19th century. Produces concentrated, full-bodied wines with good ageing potential.
This wine is the result of the expression of Alicant Bouschet grape variety from three different origins in a very good vintage year for this grape. It combines the intensity, texture, and concentration of Reguengos de Monsaraz sub-region with the vitality of the altitude of Portalegre.
Awards
Wine Enthusiast
93 pts | 2013 Cellar Selection
92 pts | 2012
91 pts | 2009
Agriculture
2015 presented the ideal conditions for this grape variety maturation. A dry winter followed by above average temperatures in spring and summer, gave rise to an early start to the harvest. Although temperatures continued to be high, there was no extreme heat during the vintage, and the dry conditions were excellent for fruit quality, producing wines with intense, persistent, aromatic fruit.
Herdade do Esporão: Andorinhos vineyard – Schist soils with sandy loam texture. Vines with more than 15 years old.
Herdade dos Perdigões: Palmeiras vineyard – Granite soils, with clay texture, deep dark soils with good drainage. Vines with more than 25 years old.
Propriedade dos Lavradores: Machuguinho Vineyard – Vineyard is located at an altitude of 400m, with granite soils and sandy texture. Vines with more than 15 years old.
Grape Varieties
Alicante BouschetVinification / Maturation
Hand-picked. Vinified in small concrete tanks
One year in 5000 liters (30% of the batch), and 500 liters (70% of the batch) French oak barrels. Followed by a minimum of two years in the bottle.
More Information
Wine Makers
David Baverstock & Sandra Alves
Colour
Deep, concentrated color.
Aroma
Complex varietal aroma with black plum, dark chocolate and slight leather notes.
Palate
The classic tannic structure is complemented by intense fruit and a long, spicy finish.