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Fitapreta Moreto Chão Dos Eremitas Vinhas Velhas 2018
Alentejo, Central and Southern Portugal, PortugalWinemaker António Maçanita came across this special vineyard first planted over 150 years old, and knew he needed to make wine of it. His new Chão dos Eremitas range honours these near-extinct grapes, named after the vineyard they are rooted in, in honour of the Hermit monks of the Order of São Paulo who worked these lands. This is Moreto (50 year old vines), a crossing between Sarigo and Alfrocheiro Preto. 30% was bled off to give concentration before fermentation with 30% whole bunch, over 40 days. Post ferment, this rested one year in older barrels. Bright and fresh, with pomegranate, blackcurrant jam, and graphite, this has a tight, firm structure, a fleshy palate, and an elegance not typically associated with the variety, or with Alentejo. Tannins are fine, but firm, and acidity is vibrant to a very lengthy finish, carrying the 15%. Only 1993 bottles were produced.Tasted: 26 November 2020Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| ON | $71.95 | 750ml | consignment |
Le Sommelier Inc.
Grape: Moreto
