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Our latest blog post covering two more exciting wines! Below is more information on this weeks selection of wines, chosen by our very own 'Winelord' Ian.
Both are also available to purchase, just click the link on their heading and it will take you directly to our store!
"New World" technology and methods combine with Portuguese tradition to produce this fruit-driven, clean fresh and zesty dry white.
The Alto Alentejo is a high-quality wine-producing region two hours’ drive inland from Lisbon where vineyards date back to Roman times
The soils of this region are notable for diversity, ranging from the granitic soils of Portalegre an
d the calcareous and crystalline soils of Borba to the brown and red soils of Évora, Granja/Amareleja and Moura and the slate soils of Redondo, Reguengos and Vidigueira.
The Terra d’Alter vineyards are structured according to the new world approach, designed with the assistance of the University of Fresno, California. The vines are planted using modern training and irrigation techniques, facilitating treatment and ensuring quality. They cover extensive plains and gentle hills, always providing intense exposure to sunlight which assists the grapes’ development, maturation and quality. Many indigenous varieties are grown plus international varieties such as Viognier.
Peter Bright is the oenologist. Peter is the original ‘flying winemaker’, a dynamic and enterprising Australian who has lived in Portugal since 1982, his motto is “experiment, but don’t mix styles”.
Additional Information
Grape Varieties: Siria, Arinto, Viognier Alcohol/VOL: 12.5% Vintage: 2019 Tasting Notes: Clean, floral zesty tropical fruits with pleasing mineral notes. The grapes are cold-pressed for 20 days and then left to rest on the lees to maximise flavour and complexity.
Based on the traditional red grape varieties of the Alto Alentejo plus a guest variety, Petit Verdot to bring an interesting dimension to the wine.
The Alto Alentejo is a high-quality wine-producing region two hours’ drive inland from Lisbon where vineyards date back to Roman times.
The soil here ls are notable for diversity, ranging from the granitic soils of Portalegre and the calcareous and crystalline soils of Borba to the brown and red soils of Évora, Granja/Amareleja and Moura and the slate soils of Redondo, Reguengos and Vidigueira. The Terra d’Alter vineyards are structured according to the new world approach, designed with the assistance of the University of Fresno, California. The vines are planted using modern training and irrigation techniques, facilitating treatment and ensuring quality. They cover extensive plains and gentle hills, always providing intense exposure to sunlight which assists the grapes’ development, maturation and quality.
Peter Bright is the oenologist. Peter is the original ‘flying winemaker’, a dynamic and enterprising Australian who has lived in Portugal since 1982, his motto is “experiment, but don’t mix styles”.
Additional Information
Grape Varieties: Trincadeira,Tinta Caiada, Aragonez, Alicante Bouschete, Petit Verdot. Alcohol/VOL: 15% Vintage: 2015 Tasting Notes: Layers of ripe fruit, good acidity and structure. Great volume with integrated oak followed by a soft, prolonged finish. Suggested Pairings: Veal, Filet Mignon, Iberian Pork Sausage, Parma Ham & flavoursome cheese.
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