Alento Tinto Reserva

The reserve tier of Adega Monte Branco's red range, sourced from the estate's schist soils in Estremoz, Alentejo. This Vinho Regional Alentejano blends Aragonez (40%), Alicante Bouschet (40%), Touriga Nacional (10%) and Syrah (10%), aged for one year in 300-litre French oak barrels, 30% new. Rated 18 points by Revista de Vinhos: garnet in colour with excellent aromatic complexity, ripe fruit, a touch of spice, full body and well-matured tannins leading to a long finish. Winemakers Luís Louro and Inês Capão; 14,000 bottles produced. Pair with roasted lamb, mature cheeses or rabbit stew. Order Alento wine Malta online. Briffa Wine Selections is the exclusive importer.