Herdade dos Grous Reserva Regional 2019

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Herdade dos Grous
Label Name:
 
Reserva Regional
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
Portugal
Region:
 
Alentejo (Albernoa)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14%
Grape(s):
 
Alicante Bouschet, Tinta Miúda, Touriga Nacional
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Falstaff 95 points (Tasting 2024); Marcelo Copello 93 points (2025)

Tasting Note
Concentrated dark-fruited profile: blackberry, blueberry and plum with dark chocolate, liquorice and spice. Polished yet firm tannins, ripe acidity and a long, confit-fruit finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, roast lamb, venison, aged Manchego or cheddar. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi/galbi), char siu, Peking duck, spicy Sichuan beef, teriyaki beef skewers.

Production Method
Hand-harvested, destemmed grapes, cold maceration, fermentation in small stainless tanks, matured in French oak barriques (225L). Conventional viticulture.

Vineyard Info
Herdade dos Grous estate (born ~2004) in Alentejo; ~1000+ ha estate with extensive vineyards. Winemaker Luís Duarte; estate focuses on quality, sustainability and agrotourism.