Palacio dos Tavoras Alicante Bouschet

Vintage 2017
by Costa Boal Family Estates LDA
Varietal Alicante Henri Bouschet
Color red
Region dop Trás-os-Montes,Trás-os-Montes DOC
Country Portugal
Medal Score
6.0
3 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black cherryripe plumsmoky oakblack peppervioletsdark chocolate
Palate

Full-bodied with firm, grippy tannins and moderate acidity, offering a dense, velvety texture that coats the mouth.

Finish

Long finish with persistent notes of licorice, charred wood, and a hint of dried herbs.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled lamb chops with rosemary
  • • beef short ribs braised in red wine
  • • smoked duck breast
  • • Manchego cheese with quince paste
  • • pork alentejana
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2032

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Silver VinDuero-VinDouro Awards 2021
Silver Decanter World Wine Awards 2020
Silver Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2020

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