Herdade Monte da Cal Regional Red 2018

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Herdade Monte da Cal
Label Name:
 
Regional Red
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
Portugal
Region:
 
Alentejo.
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Aragonêz, Trincadeira, Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional.
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Vivino average ~3. 6/5 (user ratings)

Tasting Note
Bright ruby with red/black fruit, forest berry, spice and subtle chocolate/wood notes; medium-full body, soft tannins and a warm, slightly nutty finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled red meats, lamb, stews, chorizo, aged cheeses. Asian: Chinese roast pork/BBQ, Peking duck, Indian tandoori dishes, Korean BBQ; also pairs with Mediterranean and Portuguese dishes (bacalhau with tomato, hearty soups).

Production Method
Regional Alentejo blend fermented in stainless steel with temperature control; some lots receive short oak maturation to integrate tannins and add texture.

Vineyard Info
Herdade Monte da Cal — ~80 hectares near Fronteira (north Alentejo), family estate producing regional Alentejo wines.