A fantastic wine from the Alentejo region of Portugal, we review the Esporao Reserva Red. A blend of Aragonez (Tempranillo), Alicante Bouschet, Trincadeira, Syrah, Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Cabernet Sauvignon from estate vineyards in Alentejo, Portugal. The … [Read more...]
Herdade de Colheiros Red – Good Stuff
Another great value red blend from Portugal, the Herdade de Colheiros Red. A blend of 50% Aragonez (Tempranillo) and 50% Alicante Bouschet from the Taco and Sobreira vineyards in Alentejo, Portugal. The wine spends 12 months in French oak barrels and has just 0.4 g/L of … [Read more...]
Esporao Monte Velho Red - A Solid Sipper
Once again there's lots of value to be found in a sub-$10 Portuguese red blend, the Esporao Monte Velho Red. A blend of 40% Aragonez (Tempranillo), 35% Trincadeira, 20% Touriga Nacional and 5% Syrah from Alentejo, Portugal. The wine spends 3 months in stainless steel and … [Read more...]
Porta 6 Red - Goes Down Easy
Revisiting the latest vintage of this slightly sweet Portuguese red blend for just $5.99, the Porta 6 from Trader Joe's. 50% Aragones, 40% Castelao and 10% Touriga Nacional from Lisboa, Portugal. The wine has 9 g/L of residual sugar. … [Read more...]
Capela Santa Margarida – Naturally Good
Organic, vegan friendly and most importantly, delicious! The Capela Santa Margarida from Quinta da Plansel. 40% Aragonez (Tempranillo), 40% Trincadeira and 20% Alicante Bouschet (all organically grown) from Montemor-o-Novo in Alentejo, Portugal. The wine spends 9 months in … [Read more...]
Montaria - Exceedingly Drinkable
BULK BUY! Find all of our NakedWines.com recommendations here! 40% Alicante Bouschet, 30% Aragonez and 30% Trincadeira from Portugal. SRP of $15 and available to NakedWines.com Angels for as low as $8. Sample submitted for review. From the bottle: "Grapes: 40% … [Read more...]
Esporao 4 Quatro Castas - One-of-a-Kind
25% Aragones, 25% Alicante Bouschet, 25% Petit Verdot and 25% Syrah from Alentejo, Portugal. SRP of $17 and available for as low as $14. Sample submitted for review. 60,000 liters produced. From the bottle: "In 2011, a mild summer with cool nights and a large diurnal … [Read more...]
Alente Red Trincadeira Aragonez - Everyday
65% Trincadeira and 35% Aragonez from Alentejo, Portugal. SRP of $10 and available for as low as $9. Sample received for review. From the bottle: "Alente is a Portuguese red wine from the fast growing and up-and-coming region of Alentejo. It is a blend of Trincadeira and … [Read more...]
Loios Vinho Tinto from J Portugal Ramos - Fruit, Fruit and More Fruit
35% Aragones, 35% Trincadeira and 30% Castelao from Alentejo, Portugal. SRP of $10 and available for as low as $8. Sample received courtesy Winebow for review purposes. From the winemaker: "Loios is a wine produced in the Alentejo region, located in the south of Portugal. … [Read more...]