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Quinta do Perdigão Alfrocheiro, Dão - 2015

Name: Quinta do Perdigão Alfrocheiro, Dão
Brand: Quinta do Perdigão
SKU: 33681
Price: 27.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 33681 750 mL

Alfrocheiro produces deep-colored reds with violet and black spice flavors. This wine is from one of the top producers in the region and is full of charms and energy. Tart plum, sour cherry, cassis, black pepper, and purple flowers abound.

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Color

Red

Vintage

2015

Country

Portugal

Region

Dão

Producer

Quinta do Perdigão

Grape Variety

Alfrocheiro

Production Methods

Organic

Biodynamic

Wine made from grapes grown organically using natural composting techniques and special preparations of herbal sprays while following the astronomical calendar.

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Alfrocheiro

A Portuguese red grape of cloudy origin, Alfrocheiro was once thought to be a relative of Pinot Noir. Today, Portugal is indeed considered to be the birthplace of the grape, and it plays an important role in the red wines of the Dão (though it is also found in Alentejo, Ribatejo and Palmela). In spite of being a relative youngster among the other prominent grapes of the Dão, Alfrocheiro is highly regarded by winemakers due to the quality of the wines it yields. Sometimes known as Tinta...

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