Terra d’Alter Alicante Bouschet 2019

Name: Terra d'Alter Alicante Bouschet 2019 | Bine & Vine
Brand: Other Red
Price: 14.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

$14.99

It is not every producer who is attracted to Alicante Bouschet, but Peter Bright never shrinks from an interesting engagement. The deep hue of this “cépage teinturier” is a given. But what took us completely by surprise was the relative finesse and purity of the fruit, as well as the innate balance of such a rollicking, high-octane wine.

He takes it to new heights of interest and class in every vintage. We would probably garner more interest if we doubled the price, which would be justified by its quality. There is no bigger bargain in our portfolio. Sumptuous beyond belief, and bursting with gorgeous spicy fruit.

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Categories: Other Red, Portugal, Red, Region, Wine Tags: Alentejano DO, Alicante Bouschet, Portugal, Portuguese, Terra d’Alter

Terra d’Alter Alicante Bouschet 2019

100% ALICANTE BOUSCHET

Aged 8 months in used Barrique 60%, Stainless Steel 40%

Reviews

Wine Enthusiast – “This is a typically dense, dark-colored wine made from 100% Alicante Bouschet. The almost-black color is echoed in the concentrated black-plum flavors. The powerful wine needs to age. Drink from 2024.” (90 Pts)

Wine Advocate – “The 2019 Terra d’Alter Alicante Bouschet was aged for six months in used American oak and comes in at 14.8% alcohol. This is classic Alicante at a very nice price, delivering a lot for the modest money. It has good structure, fine depth and expressive fruit. There is grip and flavor on the finish. This is a fine overachiever that makes me want to lean up on it for the moment. In fact, it has a pretty good track record of holding well. It’s a lot of wine for the money, and it will last long enough to justify buying a few extra bottles to sock away.” (90 Pts)