WINE DESCRIPTION
Esporão Reserva Tinto is a dark ruby-colored Portuguese blend of the classic Portuguese varietals Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, and Trincadeira. On the nose, it offers seductive aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry, and a hint of black pepper. On the palate, it has a medium body with smooth tannins and a balanced acidity. It is velvety, with flavors of blackberry and cherry, along with hints of spice and tobacco. The finish is long and lingering, with a hint of sweet oak, making it a perfect companion for grilled meats and hearty stews.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This full-bodied Portuguese blend of Touriga Nacional, Trincadeira, Syrah and Alicante Bouschet is ripe and expressive, with aromas of blackberry, plum and spice.On the palate, the wine is round and velvety, with layers of ripe fruit, smoky accents and a lingering finish. Enjoy this wine with grilled meats and flavorful sauces.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2028
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Alicante Bouschet
ORIGINS
Winery: Esporão
Region: Alentejo
Nestled in the south of Portugal, Alentejo is a wine region that is often overlooked. With its Mediterranean climate, rolling hills, and ancient winemaking traditions, Alentejo is a hidden gem in the world of wine.
Alentejo has a long and storied history of winemaking. The region has been producing wine since the time of the Romans, and it has been an important part of the Portuguese economy for centuries. In the 19th century, Alentejo was the largest wine producer in Portugal, and it remains an important part of the country's wine industry today.CUSTOMER RATING
4.1
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