Alto Estate
Alto Estate Rouge
Red wine
3.8
Expert Rating
4.0
Most Reviewed
Price not available
WINE DESCRIPTION
Alto Estate Rouge is a premium red wine produced by Alto Estate, a renowned winery located in the Stellenbosch appellation of South Africa. The vineyards are situated on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain, which provides ideal growing conditions for the grapes. The wine is made using a blend of carefully selected grape varieties, which are fermented and aged in oak barrels to enhance their complexity and depth. The resulting wine is full-bodied and rich, with a deep ruby color and aromas of dark fruit, spice, and vanilla. The palate is smooth and velvety, with flavors of blackberry, plum, and chocolate, and a long, satisfying finish. Alto Estate Rouge is a perfect choice for wine lovers who appreciate the art of winemaking and the unique terroir of South Africa.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Alto Estate Rouge is a deep and intense red, with a bright and concentrated nose of ripe black fruit, cassis, and hints of licorice, spice, and earthiness.On the palate, it is full-bodied and well-structured, with a long, silky finish of fine tannins. It's a well-balanced, complex and elegant wine that expresses a sense of terroir. Enjoy now or cellar for a few more years for further development.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Alto Estate
Region: Stellenbosch
Situated in the Western Cape of South Africa, Stellenbosch is one of the country’s most renowned wine regions. With a long and illustrious history, Stellenbosch is home to some of the country’s most celebrated wineries and produces a wide range of wines that have earned international acclaim.
Stellenbosch has been producing wine since the late 17th century, when the first vines were planted by French Huguenot protestants. The region has since become one of the most important wine-producing areas in South Africa, and is home to some of the country’s oldest and most prestigious wineries.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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