Alentejo

Wines from the Alentejo Region

The history of wine and vines in the territory that is now the Alentejo requires a long narrative, with a continuous presence in time and space, an uninterrupted and fruitful gesture that few associate with the Alentejo. A history that has been immersed in tumultuous plots, divided between periods of bonanza and prosperity, interspersed by times of cataclysm and tribulation, in a permanent fluctuation of wills, with long periods of darkness followed by brief illuminating and avant-garde cycles.

A little bit of history

Alentejo given back to the Portuguese

The Alentejo asserts itself as one of the most vibrant wine-producing regions

It is not certain when, or by whom, wine and vine culture began in the Alentejo. What is certain is that it was a long, long time ago. Portugal, it should not be forgotten, is part of the Old World and has had many peoples and religions as tenants - or landlords, depending on the point of view.

Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs and Christians - all will have spent some evenings warmed up by Alentejo wine. Well, almost all, insofar as the Arabs at some point in their occupation of this territory ended up censoring its consumption - here is a real sin.

Fortunately for us wine lovers, history eventually saw the Alentejo returned to the Portuguese - and wine returned to the Alentejo. Today, after centuries of ups and downs, the Alentejo asserts itself as one of the most vibrant wine-producing regions in Portugal, and has been multiplying in quantity and reinventing itself in quality. Proof of this is the fact that almost half the wine consumed in Portugal is Alentejo wine.

What to expect

Flat horizons, mild winds and lots of sun

Important elements for a good bathing vacation season and, more importantly for our cause, to sweeten the grapes and create quality wines with a remarkable capacity to evolve well and quickly, offering great pleasure.

Tasting notes

Red Wines

With a definite ruby or garnet color, they are full-bodied, rich in tannins with aromas of wild berries and ripe red fruits, soft, warm and balanced.

Common grape varieties

Alfrocheiro, Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez, Cabernet Sauvignon, Castelão, Syrah, Touriga Nacional, Trincadeira.

White Wines

They are generally smooth balanced straw colored, open or citrine, fruity in aroma, tropical fruits and in taste with somebody.

Common grape varieties

Antão Vaz, Arinto, Fernão Pires, Roupeiro.

Seal of Guarantee:

It is up to the Alentejo's CVR to give the quality stamp to the DOC or IGP wines from this region - in the latter case, they will have the mention Vinho Regional Alentejano in their name.

Source:

IVV e CVR Alentejo.