Esporao Private Selection Red is a sophisticated Portuguese wine crafted in the heart of the Alentejo D.O.C, blending the region's diversity of soils and microclimates into a truly memorable expression. Made from a harmonious blend of Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez, Touriga Nacional, and Touriga Franca, this wine speaks of meticulous vineyard selection and expert winemaking. Each grape variety is sourced from unique vineyard plots with distinctive terroirs, ranging from sandy loam and granite to deep clay, delivering complexity and character to the final blend.
The wines are carefully vinified and aged separately, with traditional foot treading in marble lagares and nuanced oak barrel ageing, before being masterfully blended and matured further in bottle. The result is a wine of elegance, structure, and remarkable depth that stands out as an example of Alentejo's capacity to create great wines for long-term cellaring. Esporao Private Selection Red is the perfect pairing for epicurean moments, complementing dishes from mature hard cheeses to richly seasoned steaks and even the adventurous octopus ink risotto.
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
Deep, intense garnet hues fill the glass, hinting at the wine's fullness and concentration.
Nose:
Complex aromas immediately captivate, with layers of mature black fruit interwoven seamlessly with intriguing notes of fresh cocoa and subtle pepper. Each swirl releases further nuance, inviting extended contemplation and anticipation.
Palate:
The palate is both silky and structured, opening with an elegant, velvet-like texture that belies the wine's underlying power. Ripe black fruit flavours unfurl gracefully alongside refined, earthy notes of cocoa. The firm tannic structure ensures a sense of compactness and persistence, holding the flavours in a perfect embrace and adding to the wine's intense character.
Finish:
A long, persistent finish carries the black fruit and spice through to the end, leaving a lasting impression of richness, intensity, and harmony. This wine's remarkable balance promises pleasure with every sip and rewards careful cellaring for those with patience.
