Cinco Forais Alicante Bouschet Red 2017

Winemaking:
Destemming and crushing. Fermentation at 24 ºC and natural malolactic. Aged 24 months in French oak barrels (225L).

Grape Varieties:
Alicante Bouschet

Tasting Notes:
Deep garnet color. Black fruit, chocolate, menthol, black pepper. Good mouth volume, some vegetable, very elegant tannins. Long finish with excellent freshness.

Store and Serve Advices:
Store in a horizontal position in a fresh spot far from direct natural light. It should be served at 18º.

Food Pairing:
Accompanies perfectly grilled red meat and Game. For a successful combination with the typical Alentejo gastronomy we suggest a lamb stew marinade.

Reviews and Awards:
. 16,5 points in Revista de Vinhos;
. 16 points in Vinho Grandes Escolhas.