La Alberquilla Tinto

Alicante Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

The Vivanza La Alberquilla Tinto, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, showcases a deep red hue that entices the eye. Hailing from the Alicante region, this wine embodies a full-bodied richness that envelops the senses. The harmonious marriage of these two grape varieties offers a symphony of fruit-forward flavors that dance on the palate with elegance. Rich in texture and complexity, this wine from Alicante is a true delight for enthusiasts seeking a robust and luscious red blend experience.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Grilled Ribeye, Lamb Chops, Prime Rib

Region:

Alicante

Lying on Spain's sunny southeast coast, Alicante is home to big, bold, red wines of tremendous value. Once a major Mediterranean port, the Phoenicians introduced winemaking here centuries ago. Historically, Alicante's most famous wine was Fondillón, an oak-aged sweet wine. But today, Alicante is better known for its full-bodied reds made from the Monastrell grape (known in France as Mourvèdre), which is sometimes blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The thick-skinned Monastrell laps up Alicante's sun-baked conditions and limestone soils to produce densely fruity wines with earthy, herbaceous notes. For whites, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are increasingly popular, alongside Moscatel and Airén. Wines are approved to be at DO status when they meet a handful of standards related to authorized varietals, production size, methods within winemaking and aging restrictions. Additionally, appellations must have been recognized for a minimum of five years in order to be considered to be a DO.

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