Zambujeiro Red 2017
Grape varieties: 50% Touriga Nacional, 32% Alicante Bouschet, 18% Petit Verdot.
Aging: 26 months in French oak barrels. 80% new barrels, 20% used barrels. Unfiltered.
Colour: Deep Ruby.
Aroma: Floral notes, wild berries, cedar, barrel toast and black tea.
Flavour: Very full-bodied, with lots of fruit extract and creamy due to its very polished tannins.
Serve: 14 a 17⁰
Consumption: Storage (2036).
Harmonisation: Pair with meat dishes and mature cheeses.
Producer: Quinta do Zambujeiro
Enology: Alain Bramaz
Category: Portuguese Wines – Alentejo
Awards and Notes:
- Great Choices – 18,5/20
