Broad aromatic expression, evocative of woodland, blackberry and blueberry, black cherries and hints of liquorice. Excelent mouthfeel, with complexity reflected in multiple layers that range from dark chocolate, mushroom/truffle, and a toasty element with good barrel integration. Fine-grained tannins combine with good acidity (subliminal, but present) to give excellent definition to the formidable structure. A great wine to pair with rich, savoury dishes. A wine which will develop beautifully in bottle over the coming years.
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The Fonte Souto Alicante Bouschet embodies all the strengths of the property's unique terroir: the freshness and balance afforded by the altitude and the complexity and structure provided by mature, low-yielding vines. This single varietal Alicante Bouschet is the first from Quinta da Fonte Souto, made from grapes sourced from three mature vineyards (25 years+), planted at just over 500 metres/1,640 feet. The Alicante Bouschet found a second home in Portugal - and in particular in the Alentejo - in the early 20th century and has since become one of the region's signature red varieties.
