Mouchão Alentejo Dom Rafael Tinto is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Mouchão winery in the Alentejo region of Portugal. The wine is made from a blend of local grape varieties grown in the winery's vineyards, which are known for their unique terroir and favorable climate. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including foot treading and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a wine that is rich, complex, and full-bodied. The wine boasts a deep ruby color and aromas of dark fruit, spices, and tobacco. On the palate, it is velvety and well-structured, with a long and satisfying finish. Mouchão Alentejo Dom Rafael Tinto is a must-try for any wine enthusiast looking for a high-quality, authentic Portuguese wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Mouchão Alentejo Dom Rafael Tinto is a full-bodied and powerful red wine, with intense aromas of blackberries, dark cherries, and hints of spice.On the palate, it shows a velvety texture and ripe, juicy tannins that linger on the finish. It's a complex and well-structured wine that still manages to be approachable and enjoyable.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2056
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Aragonez
Alicante Bouschet
Trincadeira
ORIGINS
Winery: Mouchão
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.