# Herdade do Sobroso Cellar Selection Tinto (2020)

- **Producer:** Herdade do Sobroso
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Syrah, Alicante Bouschet
- **Region:** Alentejo, Portugal
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €25
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black plum, ripe red fruits, black cherry, cloves, vanilla, cedar, chocolate, smoke, leather, dried fruit, earth

## About this wine

Herdade do Sobroso Cellar Selection Tinto 2020 is a red wine from the DOC Alentejo region of Portugal. The producer, Herdade do Sobroso, is an estate that combines wine production with rural tourism and nature activities. The vineyards are situated on clay and sandy soils near the Guadiana River. This wine represents the modern and passionate character of the estate, highlighting its unique terroir.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards are located on the banks of the Guadiana River.
- Estate spans 1600 hectares, integrating wine with tourism.
- Grapes are hand-picked and transported in small 20kg boxes.
- Awarded a gold medal at MUNDUS VINI 2020.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and refined tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of proteins like lamb, beef, and duck. The wine's complexity can stand up to hearty flavors and savory preparations, while its fruit notes can harmonize with sweet glazes or fruit-based sauces.

## Wine making process

The Herdade do Sobroso Cellar Selection Tinto 2020 is produced using Syrah and Alicante Bouschet grapes. The grapes are hand-picked and transported in small boxes. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled open fermenters or lagares. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in 500-liter French Allier oak barrels, and then rests for 6 months in bottle before release.