Portuguese Grapes
Alfrocheiro
Alfrocheiro Preto is a Portuguese red wine grape planted primarily in Dão and Alentejano.
Alfrocheiro Aromas
Aromas of ripe red and black fruits is Tempranillo's hallmark, with hints of herbs, licorice, anise, and minerals. Young Tempranillo offers flavours of cherry, plum, tomato and dried fig.
 Red Cherry |
 Black Cherry |
 Tomato |
 Blackberry |
 Plum |
 Fig |
 Herbs |
 Licorice |
Tertiary Flavors from Aging:
Oak aging imparts sweet vanilla, coconut and spicy notes such as cloves and cinnamon.
 Vanilla |
 Coconut |
 Cloves |
 Cinnamon |
Alfrocheiro Profile
Medium acidity and moderate tannins make Alfrocheiro wines tasty, easy to like and easy to pair with many types of food. The balance of fruit, spice, and earthy flavors makes Tempranillo a favorite for many.
| BODY: | Medium |
| TANNINS: | Medium |
| FRUIT: | Medium |
| ACIDITY: | Medium |
| ALCOHOL: | 13-14 % ABV |
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Sugar: 3 g/l Serving temperature: 15-16°C (59-61°F) Reserva 16-18°C (61-64°F) |
Alfrocheiro Food Pairing
Alfrocheiro is perfect with Lamb and Pork. It is also perfect with Filet Mignon, but lacks the tannins for a fat Beef.
Young Alfrocheiro pairs well with both Spicy and Tomato based dishes.
 Tapas |
 Ham |
 Chorizo |
 Chili |
 Pasta |
 Pizza |
 Lasagna |
 Hamburger |
 Chicken |
 Rabbit |
 Pork |
 Lamb |
Excellent Pairings
Tapas. Olives. Cold Cuts. Chorizo.
Pizza. Spaghetti. Lasagna.
Casseroles. Tomato Based Meatballs.
Savory Stews. Moroccan Tagine.
Roasted Meat. Lamb. Pork. Poultry.
Red Pepper Dishes.
Tacos. Nachos. Burritos.
Spanish Specialities:
Paella.
Chili con Carne.
The Ideal Glass for Alfrocheiro
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The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl. The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance. The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste. |
