Wine Howard’s Folly Reserva Red 2018 75cl

Wine Howard’s Folly Reserva Red 2018 75cl

Wine region: Portalegre, Alentejo, Portugal

Grape varieties: 70% Syrah, 30% Alicante Bouschet.

Ageing/Finishing: 12 months ageing in a mix of new and aged French oak barrels. Bottled in June 2017

Alcohol: 14,5% Vol.

Produced in Portalegre to the north east of the Alentejo (Portugal) on the granite foothills of the São Mamede mountains. The combination of cool, high altitude grapes and granite soils combine to give wines of great finesse with structure, intense aromas and freshness.

Tasting Notes:

Complex dark berry fruit aromas with earthy, balsamic notes. Smooth, textured, multi layered palate with firm tannins and along, persistent finish.

Other reference from the producer:

Wine Howard’s Folly Winemakers Choice Red 2013 75cl (Old vineyards)