"A garnet-coloured, almost opaque wine, with aromas reminiscent of dark fruit, spices and smoke, and hints of jam due to the lengthy period of maturation. Dense, full on the palate, and well structured. Tannins are present, but are soft and well integrated. A finish that is extremely pleasant, long-lasting and persistent." —winemaker
"Red, with violet hues. Intense and lively on the nose, dominated by red fruits. Good concentration on the palate, where its freshness and elegance stand out." —winemaker
"The Jose Maria da Fonseca Anticiclone 2021 captivates with its untamed aroma of wild, brambly red berries intertwined with hints of licorice and ground spice. On the palate, it presents a medium-bodied profile enriched with subtle savory complexities, impeccably balanced by well-integrated tannins, leading to an easily lingering finish. This wine is nothing short of stunning, offering a harmonious blend of rustic charm and refined elegance." —winemaker
"Loving, loyal and intelligent, Portuguese Waterdogs are a treasured breed originally from the southern coast of Portugal. Our red blend is perfect for BBQ, roasts, hearty pasta dishes. Open a bottle and enjoy the Portuguese way of life!" —winemaker
"This blend brings together the aromatic intensity of Touriga Nacional, sophisticated delicacy of Tinta Roriz (better known in Spain as Tempranillo), and the structure and elegance of Touriga Franca. Fresh red fruits on the nose persist through the palate, announcing a young, energetic wine with swirling, well-integrated tannins and a lovely, long finish." —winemaker
"A vibrant ruby coloured wine, with highlights of wild berry notes, black pepper and wild flowers. The palate has a nice acidity combined with round tannins and a long finish." —winemaker
"Esteva is a bright ruby colour and has an aroma of good intensity. It has floral notes of rockrose, balsamic aromas of cedar and resin and red fruits like strawberry and cherry. On the palate, it has good volume, well integrated acidity giving exceptional freshness and vivacity, polished tannins and floral aromas and well present red fruits. Its finish is very elegant and harmonious." —winemaker
"It presents great aromatic intensity with fresh fruit such as plums and blackberries. Elegance and freshness characterize this wine with an elegant, harmonious and gastronomic profile. A great choice for a daily wine." —winemaker
Wine Anthology Team Review-I have always told my customers that the best "dollar for quality" ratio can usually be found in Portugal and this particular bottle exemplifies this perfectly. From the region of Alentejano, these grapes were stored and vinified at low temperatures in order to preserve all the intense aromas and flavors found here. An absolute steal for this money. A must try!!
"It's a bright red, rich, full body, with a big structure and an harmonious balance between red fruits and the oak scents. In the tasting was smooth, intense, with a long, persistent and elegant finish." —winemaker
"Shiny garnet color. Complex nose with notes of spices, mix of black and red fruits and hints of mocha and chocolate. Elegant and remarkably fresh, fine finish, harmonious and complex." —winemaker
"A deeply coloured garnet wine with a complex aroma of ripe fruit and a touch of jam, plums and vanilla. Upon tasting it’s a full-bodied, bold, smooth wine. Round and firm, it has a long lasting finish." —winemaker
"The Herdade do Grous Tinto has a rich plum-red colour and exudes complex aromas of ripe fruit and subtle oak nuances. On the palate, the fruity character continues. Round, silky and ripe tannins are the characteristics that reflect the heart of the Alentejo." —winemaker
"This wine associates its quality to the name of the Carthusian [Cartuxos] monks who, between 1598 and 2019, led a solitary life of prayer in the Monastery of Santa Maria Scala Coeli. It is based on the most common varieties of Alentejo: Trincadeira, Aragonez, Alfrocheiro, Periquita, Moreto and Tinta Caiada. Aged in oak wood, it is a wine with good structure, elegant and combining the aromas of the varieties used with a persistent and complex flavour. It was produced for the first time in 1986." —winemaker
"Intense garnet color. Great concentration of black fruit, eucalyptus leaves and some notes of spices from aging in the barrels. Full bodied, with velvety tannins." —winemaker
"Pacheca Superior Tinto has an intense young ruby color. It reveals a fruity aroma with strong notes of blackberries and plums, balanced with notes of chocolate that come from the barrels. In the mouth it shows balance with round tannins present and a long and persistent finish." —winemaker
"A ruby-colored wine, with purple nuances. It has an intense and complex bouquet, with hints of black and red fruit and some tree fruits, combined with a heather and resin balsamic aroma, cocoa and chocolate. In the palate, it has a good volume, rounded tannins and well-integrated acidity. Hints of red fruits and light cocoa stand out in the flavor. The finish is long and quite elegant." —winemaker
"Periquita Reserva represents a blend between the true and original Periquita tradition and a vision for the future. The Periquita Reserva represents the true Periquita tradition as well as a vision for the future. The Castelão, Touriga Nacional and Touriga Francesa indigenous grape varieties provide Periquita Reserva with a character, a sweet aroma and complexity." —winemaker
"Clear ruby color. Aromas of ripe red berry fruits with dry vegetable notes, complex and subtle. Fresh and elegant on the palate, good balance and structure." —winemaker
"Red coloured wine, with average depth, showing signs of evolution; good aromatic richness with noticeable aromatic progress of floral notes of violet and red berries, a hint of green pepper, provided by one of the varieties in the blend, leads to a spicy aromatic finish. Medium to fully-bodied wine, expertly framed by well-developed tannins, combined with good acidity and ripe fruit; delivers a delicate, sharp finish." —winemaker
"The José de Sousa Rosado Fernandes Cellar was founded in 1878 and was purchased by José Maria da Fonseca in 1986, fulfilling an old dream of producing wine in Alentejo, in an estate full of prestige and history. The estate is located in Reguengos de Monsaraz, and it is here that a 2.000 year old Roman tradition is kept alive. The José de Sousa Cellar owns 114 ceramic amphorae in which an ancient fermentation method takes place. Dark red with some depth, the Jose de Sousa shows aromas of dates, chocolate, oak, some vanilla, fig, and spices. On the palate, the wine is fruity, velvety, with good tannins, some complexity and a good acidity." —winemaker