Telhas Tinto 2015 Red
Background
At the top of the vine where the Viognier's caste lives, there's a ruine of a Roman Villa, validated by the multiple Roman tiles that can be seen on the spot.
Production
The two castes co-fermented with native yeast in small opened reservoirs.
The fermentation was concluded in new American oak vats with battonage. followed by malolactic fermentation and staging in vats for 24 months.
Properties
| Characteristics | |
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The Winery: Terras de Alter |
| Brand: Terra D'Alter | |
| Region: Alentejo | |
| Type: Red | |
| Vintage: 2015 | |
| Alcoholic Level: 15,5% | |
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Grape Varieties: 95% Syrah, 5% Viognier |
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Winemaker: Peter Bright |
| Format: 75cl | |
| Tasting | |
| Colour: Deep red with purple center. | |
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Nose: Violet, crushed pepper, roasted meat and coal tar notes |
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Mouth: Very flavorful finish with vanilla and cedar tree notes. |
