A whitewashed church with a red tiled roof in that classic Iberian style stands solid and imposing against a bright blue sky. Its heavy wooden door beckons you inside, a refuge from the intense heat of the Alentejo plain. Inside it is cool, and dry and filled with rich smells of blackberry jam, old leather, sweet oak and some old black tobacco that the prelate keeps underneath his cassock. Is it a sin to drink the sacramental wine?
What The Sommelier Says
On the nose, hints of violets, ground pepper, roast meat and tar. On the mouth, exotic flavors of woods and oriental spices with ripe red fruits. Very tasty finish with notes of ceder and vanilla.
Pairs well with…
…a roast shoulder of lamb or classic British Sunday roast; or something rich and creamy and tangy like bacalhau com natas or a plate of strong, buttery Alentejo sheep’s cheese.
Body
70
Acidity
50
Sweetness
30
Tannin
50
About The Winemakers
Terras de Alter, a winery in Alto Alentejo, was founded in 2004 through a partnership between two traditional agricultural companies and winemaker Peter Bright. In 2008, the company built its own state-of-the-art winery, establishing itself as a key producer of quality wines in the Alentejo region. Acquired in 2021 by Ímpar, S.A., with new foreign investors, the winery gained financial autonomy and growth potential, focusing on producing superior wines. The company’s success is driven by nearly 20 years of Bright’s expertise and strong relationships with local grape growers, with plans to acquire its own vineyards and further enhance its team and operations.
About The Winemakers
Terras de Alter, a winery in Alto Alentejo, was founded in 2004 through a partnership between two traditional agricultural companies and winemaker Peter Bright. In 2008, the company built its own state-of-the-art winery, establishing itself as a key producer of quality wines in the Alentejo region. Acquired in 2021 by Ímpar, S.A., with new foreign investors, the winery gained financial autonomy and growth potential, focusing on producing superior wines. The company’s success is driven by nearly 20 years of Bright’s expertise and strong relationships with local grape growers, with plans to acquire its own vineyards and further enhance its team and operations.
Region: Alentejo
Region: Alentejo
The Alentejo covers a large area and is characterized by its hot, dry summers and mild winters. The vineyards are planted on rolling hills and plains, and the soils are predominantly made up of granite, schist and limestone. Its wines are known for their full-bodied flavors and rich, earthy tones.
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