{"product_id":"alfrocheiro-quinta-da-fonte-souto-symington","title":"Alfrocheiro Quinta Da Fonte Souto Symington","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuinta da Fonte Souto Alfrocheiro 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e is a limited-production, single-varietal red from the \u003cstrong\u003ePortalegre subregion of Alentejo\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced by \u003cstrong\u003eSymington Family Estates\u003c\/strong\u003e at their high-elevation Quinta da Fonte Souto estate. Made from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Alfrocheiro\u003c\/strong\u003e grown in two of the property’s highest vineyards at just over \u003cstrong\u003e500 meters \/ 1,640 feet\u003c\/strong\u003e, the wine combines mountain freshness with impressive depth and structure. Bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e14.5% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers blueberry, wild strawberry, black plum, dark chocolate, graphite, licorice, forest herbs, and peppery spice framed by bright acidity and firm, polished tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuinta da Fonte Souto is located on the slopes of the \u003cstrong\u003eSerra de São Mamede\u003c\/strong\u003e in Portalegre, Alto Alentejo. Acquired by the Symington family in \u003cstrong\u003e2017\u003c\/strong\u003e, it was their first vineyard property outside the Douro. The estate sits significantly higher than much of the Alentejo, with vineyards generally between \u003cstrong\u003e490 and 550 meters\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the site cooler conditions and stronger day-to-night temperature shifts than the warmer plains below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2019 Alfrocheiro\u003c\/strong\u003e was the first varietal wine released from Quinta da Fonte Souto. The grapes came from \u003cstrong\u003etwo of the estate’s highest-planted vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e, where mature, low-yielding vines and schist-and-granite soils contribute concentration, minerality, and freshness. Symington selected the variety for a standalone bottling because Alfrocheiro achieved exceptional ripeness and balance in the 2019 growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is made from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Alfrocheiro\u003c\/strong\u003e. Grapes are \u003cstrong\u003ehand harvested\u003c\/strong\u003e, transported in small shallow boxes, manually sorted, destemmed, and gently crushed before fermentation. Fermentation temperature and maceration are managed individually by lot, followed by a period of \u003cstrong\u003epost-fermentation maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e to build additional tannic structure and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter vinification, \u003cstrong\u003e80% of the wine matures for 11 months in second-year 400-liter French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. The use of seasoned rather than entirely new oak adds texture and complexity while allowing the fruit, mineral character, and freshness of Alfrocheiro to remain at the center of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, the wine shows a \u003cstrong\u003every deep color with a narrow crimson rim\u003c\/strong\u003e. The nose is fresh and mineral, with \u003cstrong\u003eflint, graphite, forest vegetation, blueberry, and wild strawberry\u003c\/strong\u003e. The high-elevation site gives the aromatics a notable sense of freshness and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is concentrated and structured, revealing \u003cstrong\u003eblack plum, dark chocolate, licorice, ripe black fruit, rosemary, pine needle, and pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e. Bright acidity gives the wine lift, while firm but finely shaped tannins provide the framework for further bottle development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is long and savory, carrying \u003cstrong\u003edark fruit, cocoa, mineral notes, pepper, licorice, and fine oak\u003c\/strong\u003e. Despite its concentration, the wine maintains impressive freshness, a hallmark of the cooler Portalegre terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes \u003cstrong\u003eQuinta da Fonte Souto Alfrocheiro\u003c\/strong\u003e particularly compelling is its combination of \u003cstrong\u003e100% indigenous Alfrocheiro, high-elevation vineyards, low yields, schist-and-granite soils, 11 months of French-oak maturation, and limited-production single-varietal focus\u003c\/strong\u003e. It was also named \u003cstrong\u003eBest Red Varietal Wine at the 2022 Wines of Portugal Competition\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping establish the estate’s varietal series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 vintage also received \u003cstrong\u003e90 points from Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e, which noted its concentrated black fruit and firm tannic structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e16–18°C \/ 60–64°F\u003c\/strong\u003e. It pairs beautifully with \u003cstrong\u003eroast lamb, grilled beef, venison, braised meats, mushrooms, game, and mature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e. Decanting for 30–60 minutes can help reveal the wine’s darker fruit, herbal, and mineral layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Quinta da Fonte Souto Alfrocheiro?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a limited-edition \u003cstrong\u003eAlentejo DOC red wine from Portalegre\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced by Symington Family Estates from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Alfrocheiro\u003c\/strong\u003e grown at Quinta da Fonte Souto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the key specs of Quinta da Fonte Souto Alfrocheiro 2019?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine is \u003cstrong\u003e100% Alfrocheiro\u003c\/strong\u003e, bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e14.5% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong\u003e5.3 g\/L acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e1 g\/L residual sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a pH of \u003cstrong\u003e3.66\u003c\/strong\u003e. Eighty percent of the wine spends \u003cstrong\u003e11 months in second-year 400L French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat flavors characterize Quinta da Fonte Souto Alfrocheiro?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect \u003cstrong\u003eblueberry, wild strawberry, black plum, dark chocolate, graphite, flint, licorice, pepper, herbs, and forest-floor notes\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported by bright acidity and structured tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is Quinta da Fonte Souto Alfrocheiro made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes are hand harvested, manually sorted, destemmed, gently crushed, fermented under controlled conditions, and given post-fermentation maceration before maturation in French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Quinta da Fonte Souto Alfrocheiro special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts distinction comes from the combination of \u003cstrong\u003esingle-varietal Alfrocheiro, mature low-yielding vines, vineyards above 500 meters, schist-and-granite terroir, limited production, and restrained French-oak aging\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a deeply colored, structured Portuguese red with both richness and unusual mountain freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aidil Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50564603478264,"sku":"80387","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/5e18489-0-0.png?v=1789940994","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/alfrocheiro-quinta-da-fonte-souto-symington","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}