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Alentejo Red Wines - Generosity and Portuguese Character

Explore our selection of Alentejo red wines, known for their generosity, ripe fruit, and unique character. Alentejo is the largest wine region in Portugal and produces excellent quality wines with great value for money.

Characteristics of Alentejo Red Wines:

  • Full-bodied and generous wines with soft tannins
  • Ripe fruit - Plum, dark berries, sweet spices
  • Velvety texture and persistent finish
  • Alcohol: 14-15% - powerful and sun-drenched wines
  • Ready to drink earlier than Douro wines
  • Excellent value for money

Main Grape Varieties of Alentejo:

  • Aragonez (Tempranillo) - Ripe fruit and structure
  • Trincadeira - Spices and refreshing acidity
  • Alicante Bouschet - Intense color and body
  • Castelão - Structure and tannins
  • Touriga Nacional - Elegance and complexity

Sub-regions of Alentejo:

  • Évora - Balanced and elegant wines
  • Reguengos - Full-bodied and powerful wines
  • Vidigueira - Aromatic wines
  • Borba - Structured wines
  • Portalegre - Fresh, high-altitude wines

Reference Producers:

  • Herdade do Esporão
  • Cartuxa (Eugénio de Almeida Foundation)
  • Herdade dos Grous
  • Cortes de Cima
  • Herdade do Rocim
  • Monte da Ravasqueira
  • Quinta do Mouro

Pairing with Alentejo Gastronomy:

Alentejo red wines are perfect for:

  • "Carne de porco à alentejana" (pork with clams)
  • Stews and "açordas" (bread-based dishes)
  • Braised beef
  • Alentejo sheep cheeses
  • Regional cured meats (chorizo, blood sausage)
  • Dishes with tomato
  • "Migas alentejanas" (bread crumbs with pork)

Wines for Different Occasions:

Everyday: Young and fresh wines (€8-15)
Special Occasions: Reserves and Grand Reserves (€15-40)
Collector: Single-vineyard wines and limited editions (€40+)

Serving Temperature:

Serve between 16-18°C to appreciate all the aromas and flavors.

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