Cartuxa Ea Regional Red 2019

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Cartuxa
Label Name:
 
Ea Regional Red
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
Portugal
Region:
 
Alentejo (Vinho Regional Alentejano).
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez (Tempranillo), Trincadeira, Syrah.
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Vivino community average ~4. 1/5 (user ratings for EA vintages); listed in Cartuxa portfolio as their everyday Alentejo regional red

Tasting Note
Ripe black fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant), warm spice, subtle mocha/toast and a slightly herbal finish. Medium-bodied, smooth tannins and fresh acidity for easy drinking.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled/roast beef, lamb chops, braised short ribs, tomato-based pasta. Asian: Korean barbecue (bulgogi), Chinese char siu, beef teriyaki, mildly spiced lamb curry.

Production Method
Hand-harvested grapes; controlled-temperature fermentation in stainless-steel tanks (≈24–27°C), light filtration and stabilization before bottling. Entry-level wine, minimal oak influence.

Vineyard Info
Produced by Fundação Eugénio de Almeida / Adega Cartuxa (Évora). Estate-owned plots across Pinheiros, Casito, Álamo da Horta and Valbom; Cartuxa is the winery arm of the foundation.