Fitapreta 2023 'O Iluminista' Tinto, Vinho Regional Alentejano

Item Number: 22512

UPC: 5-600301740183

Country: Portugal
Region: Alentejo
Sub Region: Alentejo
Appellation/AVA: Vinho Regional Alentejano
Estate Grown Wine: Yes
Vintage: 2023
Grape(s): 30% Alicante Bouschet / 20% Aragonez / 20% Trincadeira / 20% Castelão / 10% Moreto
Type: Wine - Red
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Pack: 12
Closure: Cork
Alc by Vol(%): 14.5
Viticulture: Practicing Organic

"O Iluminista," or "the Enlightened One," embodies Fitapreta's guiding principle of "sense of place," which is reflected in their wines. This wine showcases an authentic, terroir-driven blend of Alentejo grapes, including Alicante Bouschet, Aragonez, Trincadeira, Castelão, and Moreto.

Winemaking Notes: Grapes are hand-harvested at night, followed by selection on a sorting table. The fermenting vessel is filled by gravity, and both alcoholic and malolactic fermentations occur spontaneously. The wine undergoes a 20-day maceration.

Tasting Notes: Deep violet color. The nose is intense with fresh black fruit and hints of dried herbs. On the palate, it is full-bodied, rich, and luscious, with notes of toffee and a finish that reveals firm, rounded tannins.

Pairing Suggestions: This wine pairs well with grilled red meats like lamb and beef, enhancing their richness. Aged cheeses such as Manchego or sharp cheddar elevate its complex flavors, while hearty vegetarian dishes highlight its earthy notes. It also complements moderately spicy cuisines, like Moroccan tagines, and dark chocolate or caramel desserts that echo its toffee characteristics.