Esporao Alicante Bouschet (2015) ** ⑄⑄
Esporao Alicante Bouschet (2015) ** ⑄⑄
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This is one of those wines that grabs you immediately—and doesn’t let go.
“The most intriguing wine I have tried in years.” E.P. II
Deep, inky color with explosive aromas of black plum, dark chocolate, and a touch of leather, leading into a palate that’s both powerful and surprisingly fresh. You get layers of juicy dark cherry, raspberry brightness, and a savory, almost umami depth, all wrapped in a firm tannic structure and a long, spicy finish.
What makes this wine stand out is the balance—intensity without heaviness, richness without losing energy. It feels bold, but controlled. Big, but precise.
👉 Perfect with a hard sear on a steak—this is a wine that rises to the occasion.
And honestly—this one says a lot:
The owners of the store tasted it, immediately fell in love, and each made sure to secure a few bottles for themselves.
That usually tells you everything you need to know.
Winemaker Notes
Deep, concentrated color. Complex varietal aromas with black plum, dark chocolate and slight leather notes. The classic tannic structure is complemented by intense fruit and a long, spicy finish.
Professional Ratings
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94 Wine Enthusiast
Celebrating the natural richness of powerful Alicante Bouschet, this wine is dense and concentrated. Its juicy black fruits are impressive and show fine maturity.
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93 Wine & Spirits
Remarkably fresh for a 2015, this wine holds a lasting cool, as if inured to the hot African winds that blast across the Alentejo plain. The fruit has raspberry brightness, concentrated dark-cherry depths and umami richness. For a steak seared black and blue.
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