Origin
Aliança hold single estates spread across the wine regions of Portugal, in the likes of Douro, Dão, Bairrada and Alentejo. This particular wine comes from Bairrada, an historic wine region of Portugal with viticulture dating as far back as the 10th century. Like most Portuguese wine regions it receives plenty of hot sunshine, although proximity to the Atlantic results in a climate moderated by ocean currents; this helps to produce balanced wines, perhaps less chunky and heavy than those from inland - in Douro and Dão for example.
Grape Variety
A blend of Baga, Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz.
Focus is on elevating the pure fruit character of this wine – so all fermented in stainless steel at cooler than normal temperature (for red). Includes some whole berries which highlights the Baga grapes juicy character. Bottled unoaked.
Alcohol Percentage
13%
Cellar Potential
Dink now and over the next 18 months.
Producer
One of Portugal's largest and most progressive producers, Aliança have been in operation since 1927; hold 600 hectares of vineyard in various Portuguese wine regions; and today export wine to 60 countries across the globe.
Food Match
Enjoy this with a good rustic casserole, beef or game, or the Sunday roast. Also worked surprisingly well with a pepperoni pizza!
Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
In the press
Silver- Decanter World Wine Awards 2015 (2012 Vintage)
Great Value Red Wine- International Wine Challenge 2013 (2011 Vintage)
Silver- International Wine Challenge 2013 (2011 Vintage)
Bronze- Decanter World Wine Awards 2013 (2010 Vintage)
ryanbrady1981 (verified owner) – :
Intense berry and baked fruit aromas with spice and appealingly rustic notes. Vibrant plum and black cherry on the palate with licorice hints, robust tannins, and finely poised acidity.
Will (verified owner) – :
A nice drop which for it’s price you can’t complain at all. A really great wine for any occasion – especially when you can’t really have anything to celebrate with friends at the moment!
Oscar (verified owner) – :
Easy-drinking with lots of red and black fruit. Not bad for £8.50.