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Alentejo / Southern Region
Some 20 years ago, there were very few vineyards in Southern Portugal and no one took its wines seriously. That's history! The Alentejo is one of Portugal's most exciting wine-producing regions today, with both large and small producers creating wines that are delicious, food friendly and thought-provoking. The Alentejo plains cover almost a third of continental Portugal. The region stretches all the way form the coast, eastwards to the frontier with Spain. The moderating influence of the Atlantic diminishes sharply inland and during the summer, rainfall is at its lowest. In complete contrast to the northern regions of Portugal, the Alentejo is divided into large estates, some of which are many hundreds of hectares in size. Population is sparse and cultivation is extensive with vineyards tending to be concentrated around small towns and villages. The Alentejo also produces a large proportion of the world's cork. Red and white wines made from healthy grapes share ripe fruity aromas and flavors. White wines are crisp and fresh having benefited greatly from technological improvements in recent years.
Monte das Ânforas 2002 30.00

This is a round, mellow wine with hints of red fruit jam, raspberry and balanced tannins. Monte das Ânforas is a delightful accompaniment to meats and cheeses with a long, lingering finish. Grapes: Aragonês, Trincadeira, Alfrocheiro and Castelão.

Vinha do Monte 2002 32.00

This wine is quite similar to a Merlot, but produced from noble and local grape varieties. Characterized by an intense ruby color, its nose is spicy and floral. On the palate it has notes of soft red fruits with a tinge of vanilla and coconut, due to its six-month maturation in oak casks. Good balance between acids and tannins, it has a clean and soft finish and pairs well with poultry, red meats and rabbit. Grapes: Aragonês and Castelão Francês.

Herdade de Santa Marta 1999 34.00

A medium-bodied wine with a complex nose of cherries, cassis, roasted plums and toasty oak. Creamy-sweet on the palate, it offers delicious raspberry fruit, integrated tannins and a strong, youthful finish. It goes really well with red meats. Grapes: Periquita, Alfrocheiro, Aragonês, Trincadeira Preta and Moreto.

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Tapada do Chaves Reserva 1997 42.00

This wine has a light ruby color turning towards a light orange with violet reflections. It reminds us of freshly damp soil, immediately following a short burst of rain. On the nose, it has notes of leather, raisins, dry herbs and coffee. On the palate, the fruit is quite muted, but still present, as the wine begins to show its maturity - in this case, a rather pleasant tasting experience. Its acidity is balanced and brings out the fruit (black cherries). Grapes: Aragonês, Trincadeira and Tinta Cão.

Sogrape Reserva Alentejo 2001 44.00

This young wine exhibits a deep red color and some purple on the edge. Its bouquet is a potpourri of spices, raisins, plums and chocolate. Aged in new Portuguese oak barrels, it has soft tannins but with good structure and rich red fruit on its lingering finish. Grapes: Aragonês, Trincadeira and Alfrocheiro.

Cortes de Cima 2001 45.00

This wine has rich, deep concentrated red color with purple hues. On the nose it has notes of spices, mature, red berry and plum fruits, with smoky notes of tar and leather. The palate is rich with sweet, chocolatey fruit, and subtle, complex, toasty oak. The tannins are firm, and its finish is long and persistent. Grapes: Aragonês, Trincadeira, Syrah and Touriga Nacional.

Esporão Reserva 2002 50.00

This complex dark garnet wine has aromas of vanilla and ripe berries. It has a flavorsome palate, good depth of fruit and is well structured with robust tannins. It pairs well with codfish, heavier cheeses and meat dishes. Grapes: Trincadeira, Aragonês and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Quinta do Carmo 2000 57.00

Aged for one year in French oak barrels, this delicious, well-balanced wine has a complex, smoky nose of tobacco, leather and spices. The fruit (blackberry) is hidden behind a "wall" of vanilla and nutmeg; only to reveal itself a few minutes after the wine has been open. Medium to full bodied, with good acidity and elegantly integrated tannins, it's a pleasure to enjoy its lingering finish. Grapes: Aragonês, Alicante Bouschet, Trincadeira, Castelão, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.

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Cartuxa Colheita 1998 55.00

Garnet describes its color, with a long and full nose, enhanced by the oak used to enrich its qualities on the palate; this medium dry wine is smooth, slightly acid, complex and harmonious by the round tannins. Grapes: Periquita, Aragonês, Trincadeira, Moreto and Alfrocheiro.

Cartuxa Reserva 1999 64.00

As described in its name, this "reserve" has been aged longer and exhibits a deep red color and an elegant bouquet suggesting light spices, raisins, plums, chocolate, light leather and current. On the palate, herbs, oak, plums, currant and black fruit provide a very dry, full-bodied wine with a long and firm finish. Grapes: Periquita, Aragonês, Trincadeira, Moreto and Alfrocheiro.

Quinta da Terrugem 1999 65.00

This wine has a deep garnet color and aromas of ripe berries. On the palate, it exhibits exceptional jammy fruit and a touch of vanilla. Well structured, it has soft tannins and an ultimate lingering finish. It is a pleasant accompaniment to red meat, cheeses and game. Grapes: Aragonês, Trincadeira.

Baron de B 2001 66.00

Produced at the charming Herdade da Calada winery, this medium to full-bodied wine has beautiful a garnet color. Its nose is floral, with notes of chocolate, tobacco leaf and vanilla. On the palate, it has notes of black cherries, complemented by beautifully integrated tannins leading to a long and pleasant finish. Grapes: Aragonês, Trincadeira, Alicante Bouschet, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Tinto da Ânfora Grande Escolha 2001 68.00

The designation "Grande Escolha" means great selection and is attributed to wines of exceptional quality such as this one. This complex dark garnet wine has a touch of vanilla on the nose and reminds us of a great wine from Bordeaux. On the palate, it has flavors of plums, berries and toasty, chocolatey oak. With balanced tannins and good acidity, it is a delicious accompaniment to codfish and meat dishes. Grapes: Trincadeira, Aragonês, Castelão, Alicante Bouschet and Alfrocheiro.

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