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All Posts Tagged ‘Alentejo’

Herdade do Rocim, Amphora Tinto 2019, Alentejo, Portugal, Wine Casual
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July 30, 2021
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Herdade do Rocim Amphora Tinto 2019 – A Gorgeous, Amphora-Aged, Alentejo Red Blend

Herdade do Rocim, Amphora Tinto 2019, Alentejo, Portugal

Tasting Note: A gorgeous, amphora-aged, Alentejo red blend that channels some midpalate elements of Loire cabernet franc.[Read more]

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Herdade do Peso, Colheita Tinto 2016, Alentejo, Portugal, Wine Casual
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May 11, 2021
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Herdade do Peso Colheita Tinto 2016 – The Double Threat of Aromatics & Body

Herdade do Peso, Colheita Tinto 2016, Alentejo, Portugal

Tasting Note: Alentejo wines remain under the radar which will benefit you when you look for it at the wine store like this concentrated red blend that would intrigue and impress a cabernet lover.[Read more]

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Cartuxa, Évora Tinto Colheita 2016, Alentejo, Portugal, Wine Casual
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January 26, 2021
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Cartuxa Évora Tinto Colheita 2016 – A Plush & Alluring Combination of Red-And-Black Fruit

Cartuxa, Évora Tinto Colheita 2016, Alentejo, Portugal

Tasting Note: A plush, Portuguese red blend with an alluring combination of red-and-black fruit.[Read more]

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Carmim Reguengos, Garrafeira Dos Sócios Vinho Tinto 2014, Alentejo, Portugal, Wine Casual
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January 24, 2021
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Carmim Reguengos Garrafeira Dos Sócios Vinho Tinto 2014 – Impress a Sauvignon Sauvignon Drinker in Your Life

Carmim Reguengos, Garrafeira Dos Sócios Vinho Tinto 2014, Alentejo, Portugal

Tasting Note: A red-and-black-fruit-rich red blend with flavor concentration and a pleasing mouthfeel.[Read more]

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Adega de Borba, Reserva Vinho Tinto Red Wine 2015, Alentejo, Portugal, Wine Casual
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January 22, 2021
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Adega de Borba Reserva Vinho Tinto Red Wine 2015 – A Good Red Blend Punctuated by Moments of Complexity

Adega de Borba, Reserva Vinho Tinto Red Wine 2015, Alentejo, Portugal

Tasting Note: A red blend that leads with black fruit and finishes with sultry red fruit.[Read more]

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Esporão, Reserva Red 2016, Alentejo, Portugal, Wine Casual
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January 21, 2021
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Esporão Reserva Red 2016 – Shows the Beauty of Portuguese Blends

Esporão, Reserva Red 2016, Alentejo, Portugal

Tasting Note: A Reserva red that shows the beauty of Portuguese blends even if you don’t recognize the names of any of the component grapes.[Read more]

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Wines of Alentejo Sustainability Program WASP Portugal
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August 3, 2020
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Another Reason to Love Wines from the Alentejo in Portugal – Sustainability

Another Reason to Love Wines from the Alentejo in Portugal – Sustainability

I’ve had several occasions over the past few years to become more acquainted with wines from the Alentejo in Portugal.[Read more]

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Herdade do Esporão, Vinha das Palmeiras AB Alicante Bouschet 2013, Alentejo, Portugal, Wine Casual
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March 27, 2019
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Herdade do Esporão Vinha das Palmeiras AB Alicante Bouschet 2013 – Abounds with Rich Black Fruit Flavors with Delicate Hints of Florality

Herdade do Esporão, Vinha das Palmeiras AB Alicante Bouschet 2013, Alentejo, Portugal

Tasting Note: An Alicante Bouschet that abounds in rich black fruit flavors with delicate hints of florality running through it.[Read more]

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Júlio Bastos, Dona Maria Grande Reserva 2012, Alentejo, Portugal, Wine Casual
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March 26, 2019
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Júlio Bastos Dona Maria Grande Reserva 2012 – A Red Blend that Percolates with Flavor

Júlio Bastos, Dona Maria Grande Reserva 2012, Alentejo, Portugal

Tasting Note: An Alicante Bouschet (50%) red blend that combines lovely floral aromatics with a smooth body, and ripe, yet elegant black fruit.[Read more]

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Mouchão, Red 2013, Alentejo, Portugal, Wine Casual
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March 22, 2019
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by Reggie Solomon, Wine Casual

Mouchão Red 2013 – A Delicious Portuguese Red Blend with Gravitas, Weight & Concentration

Mouchão, Red 2013, Alentejo, Portugal

Tasting Note: A delicious Portuguese red blend with gravitas, weight and concentration. [Read more]

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