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    Herdade de Sao Miguel Alicante Bouschet - Terrific

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: April 27, 2020 Last Updated: May 25, 2021

    Deliciously tart and tasty, the Herdade de Sao Miguel Alicante Bouschet from Casa Relvas.

    Herdade de Sao Miguel Alicante Bouschet - Terrific

    100% Alicante Bouschet from Alentejano, Portugal. The wine is aged 12 months in French oak barrels and has just 1.1 g/L of residual sugar.

    Sample submitted for review. The wine has an SRP of $23 but can be found for as low as $16. Ready to buy? Check your local retailers. About 1,250 cases (750ml and magnums) were produced. Imported by Quintessential Wines.

    From the bottle:

    Soils: Clay and Schist.
    Ageing: 12 months in 400L French oak barrels.
    Aroma: Red ripe berries, balmy and earthy notes.
    Palate: Deep and concentrated. Long finish with a very nice freshness.
    Matches with: Mediterranean food in general, Iberian pork, well-seasoned cod-fish and red meat.
    Service Temperature: 61F
    14,600 Bottles were produced, this one being number 10635.

    15% Alcohol

    The 2015 Herdade de Sao Miguel Alicante Bouschet begins with a wonderful aroma of fresh black cherry, blackberry, plum and lots of well-integrated spice along with touches of vanilla. Taking a sip reveals a super tart, juicy and tasty wine with similar flavors to the nose. You'll also find an excellent earthy streak under the fruit. With good structure and good acidity this is a really delicious wine. Black pepper and balsamic notes lead into the dry, long finish.

    Ready to buy? Check your local retailers.

    2015 Herdade de Sao Miguel Alicante Bouschet

    TASTE: 9       COST: 4
    OVERALL RATING: 7.8

    Highly Recommended

    Filed Under: Alicante Bouschet, Highly Recommended, Portugal

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