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Rocha Rosa: Tinto 2011
Type | Red |
Grapes | Syrah / Shiraz, Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional, Aragonez |
Country/Region | Portugal, Alentejo |
Food pairing | Meat, Fish, Chicken, Poultry |
Alcohol | 14.5% |
The Vineyard is situated 450 meters above sea level giving the climate slightly cooler than the plains so the vines benefit from cooling breezes at night. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Ageing 50% of the blend aged for 90 months in a mix used French and American oak barrels. It has a deep, dark intense red with berry and plum fruit aromas. Rich, flavoursome with a velvety palate which has good depth of ripe fruit. Smooth, soft and well balanced with a long finish. Drinks well now but will improve in the bottle over the next 2-3 years. Matches well with grilled chicken, meats, fish and sauce-based pasta.