Fitapreta 'Tinto' Tempranillo Blend, Alentejano, Alentejo, Portugal 2021
Regular price
$30.00
Pickup available at DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
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Fitapreta, under the guidance of winemaker António Maçanita, is celebrated for crafting wines that authentically represent the Alentejo region's terroir. The 2021 Fitapreta Tinto exemplifies this philosophy, offering a harmonious blend of indigenous Portuguese grape varieties.
- WINEMAKER: António Maçanita
- FARMING: Sustainable practices with minimal intervention
- VARIETIES: 40% Aragonês (Tempranillo), 30% Alicante Bouschet, 20% Trincadeira, 10% Castelão
- TERROIR: Vines planted between 1979 and 1989 on rocky schist soils at elevations of 300–400 meters, benefiting from the Alentejo's Mediterranean climate
- VINIFICATION: Hand-sorted grapes undergo spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks, followed by gravity-fed racking to stainless steel aging tanks
- AGING: Aged for 9 months in a combination of French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks
- TASTING NOTES: Deep ruby-violet hue with fresh and roasted red berry aromas, complemented by notes of toast, spicebox, and eucalyptus. The palate reveals flavors of black raspberries, anise, and a touch of char, supported by medium tannins and good acidity, leading to a satisfying finish.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Pairs well with grilled meats, lamb shoulder chops seasoned with smoked paprika, and roasted vegetables
- SCORES:
Regular price
$30.00
Fitapreta, under the guidance of winemaker António Maçanita, is celebrated for crafting wines that authentically represent the Alentejo region's terroir. The 2021 Fitapreta Tinto exemplifies this philosophy, offering a harmonious blend of indigenous Portuguese grape varieties.
- WINEMAKER: António Maçanita
- FARMING: Sustainable practices with minimal intervention
- VARIETIES: 40% Aragonês (Tempranillo), 30% Alicante Bouschet, 20% Trincadeira, 10% Castelão
- TERROIR: Vines planted between 1979 and 1989 on rocky schist soils at elevations of 300–400 meters, benefiting from the Alentejo's Mediterranean climate
- VINIFICATION: Hand-sorted grapes undergo spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks, followed by gravity-fed racking to stainless steel aging tanks
- AGING: Aged for 9 months in a combination of French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks
- TASTING NOTES: Deep ruby-violet hue with fresh and roasted red berry aromas, complemented by notes of toast, spicebox, and eucalyptus. The palate reveals flavors of black raspberries, anise, and a touch of char, supported by medium tannins and good acidity, leading to a satisfying finish.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Pairs well with grilled meats, lamb shoulder chops seasoned with smoked paprika, and roasted vegetables
- SCORES: