Herdade do Sobroso Elevage 2022 Red Wine

Herdade do Sobroso Élevage Red is a prestigious Alentejo wine, renowned for its depth and elegance, which are the result of a unique aging process. Produced at Herdade do Sobroso, located in the Vidigueira municipality, this red wine predominantly features the Alicante Bouschet grape, sourced from schist-clay plots with optimal sun exposure. The winemaking process involves manual harvesting and fermentation that begins in traditional lagares but concludes in clay amphorae, where the wine also ages for approximately 12 months, a method that imparts purity and a distinct mineral character

Élevage Red Wine presents a complex and pure aroma, dominated by notes of ripe red fruit such as plum, blackberry, and sour cherry. These are beautifully complemented by hints of white pepper and a subtle mentholated freshness, adding sophistication. On the palate, it is an intense, deep, and fresh wine, with elegant and smooth tannins that contribute to a rich, enveloping texture. The aromatic purity experienced on the nose is fully confirmed in the mouth, culminating in a sublime and harmonious wine with a long, persistent finish.

With an alcohol content of around 14% ABV, the Herdade do Sobroso Élevage Tinto is best served between 16ºC and 18ºC. It pairs exceptionally well with game dishes, red meats, and Italian cuisine, and also complements aged cheeses. This wine has consistently received high praise and distinctions, including 95 points from Revista de Vinhos, reaffirming its status as an excellent wine that authentically expresses the Alentejo terroir.