Alicante Bouschet Reserva

Vintage 2017
by Casa Ermelinda Freitas
Varietal Alicante Henri Bouschet
Color red
Region Setúbal Terras do Sado
Country Portugal
Medal Score
29.0
10 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
blackberrydark chocolatesmoked paprikavioletslicoricecedar
Palate

Full-bodied with firm, velvety tannins and balanced acidity, offering a rich, layered texture with notes of stewed plum and espresso.

Finish

Long finish with persistent hints of black fruit, spice, and a touch of smokiness that lingers elegantly.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled lamb chops with rosemary
  • • beef short ribs braised in red wine
  • • aged sheep's milk cheese
  • • duck confit with cherry sauce
  • • pork tenderloin with smoked paprika rub
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

Gold Brazil Wine Challenge 2020
Gold Sélections Mondiales des Vins Canada 2020
Gold Mundus Vini Summer Tasting 2020
Gold Mundus Vini Spring Tasting 2020
Gold AWC Vienna 2020
Silver Concurso de Vinhos da Península de Setúbal 2020
Silver Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition 2020
Silver Vinalies Internationales 2020
Silver IWSC International Wine & Spirit Competition 2020
Bronze International Wine Challenge 2020

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