Alves De Sousa Vale da Raposa Reserva Tinto
75cl
This Portuguese red hails from the world-renowned Douro region and boasts an array of intense flavours with some hints of coffee, raisins, and sour cherries. Ruby red in colour, this has been aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, adding a large amount of complexity to the composition.
This Portuguese red hails from the world-renowned Douro region and boasts an array of intense flavours with some hints of coffee, raisins, and sour cherries. Ruby red in colour, this has been aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, adding a large amount of complexity to the composition.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Nose | The nose is intense with aromas of raisins, figs, vanilla, and black fruits. |
Palate | The palate is full-bodied and richly textured. Complex flavours of dried fruits, coffee, herbal notes and sour cherries blend elegantly together. The finish is very smooth and has great length. |
Fact Sheet | |
Ageing | This wine will continue to age well for the next 8+ years. |
Fluid | 75cl |
Grape Variety | Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão, Touriga Franca |
Maturation | Maturation takes place in French oak for a period of 12 months. |
Alcohol % | 14% |
Country | Portugal |
Region/AOC | Douro |
Vintage | 2018 |
Producer | Alves de Sousa |