Marcolino Sébo QP is a premium red wine made from the Touriga Nacional grape variety, grown in the Douro Valley appellation of Portugal. The wine is produced by Marcolino Sebo, a renowned winemaker known for his expertise in crafting high-quality wines. The vineyards where the grapes are grown are situated on steep slopes, which provide excellent drainage and exposure to the sun, resulting in grapes with intense flavors and aromas. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels, which imparts a rich and complex character to the wine. The resulting wine is full-bodied, with a deep ruby color, and flavors of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of oak. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a bold and flavorful red wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Marcolino Sébo QP.Touriga Nacional is a full-bodied and robust red wine, with a deep ruby color. On the nose, it has intense aromas of ripe dark fruits, such as prunes, blackberries, and blueberries. The palate is complex and full-bodied, with flavors of oak, tobacco, and dark chocolate. The finish is long with hints of leather and spice. Overall, this is an impressive and complex red wine with great finesse and power.
EXPERT RATING
3.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2020
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Touriga Nacional
ORIGINS
Winery: Marcolino Sébo
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.