Foral de Évora Red 2019

Foral de Évora Red 2019 - Alentejo Tradition

Region: Alentejo, Portugal
Producer: Adega Cartuxa - Fundação Eugénio de Almeida
Grape Varieties: Trincadeira, Alicante Bouschet and Aragonez
Year: 2019
Volume: 0.75cl

History of Foral de Évora

The tradition of wine in the Évora region dates back to time immemorial. The Charter (Foral) that D. Manuel I granted to the city in 1501 bears witness to this. Adega Cartuxa combines the taste of history with the unique art of this wine, in an edition commemorating the Charter.

About the Production

This wine is produced from Trincadeira, Alicante Bouschet, and Aragonez grape varieties, aged in new French oak barrels. Very fruity, it presents great concentration and exuberance, characteristic of its youth. It was first produced in 2000.

Tasting Notes

Wine of intense ruby color, with aromas of ripe red and black fruits, notes of spices and well-integrated wood. On the palate, it shows great concentration, powerful structure, and firm yet silky tannins. Long and persistent finish.

Aromatic Profile

• Ripe red fruits
• Concentrated black fruits
• Complex spices
• Elegant French oak
• Notes of chocolate
• Hint of tobacco

Characteristics

• Aged in French oak barrels
• Great concentration and exuberance
• Powerful structure
• Firm and silky tannins
• Tradition since 2000

Food Pairing

• Roasted red meats
• Alentejo stews
• Game (fur)
• Cured cheeses
• Traditional Portuguese dishes

Serve

Temperature: 16-18°C
Decanting: Recommended 30-60 minutes
Potential: Drink now or cellar until 2027-2030

A wine that celebrates the history and tradition of Évora. Buy it at Garrafeira Canhoto!