Alegra Reserva Red
ALEGRA is more than a wine — it’s an experience that invites you to slow down, connect with the present, and savour the beauty of each moment. Sourced from the vineyards of Alegria, Valeira and Trovisca, in the heart of the Douro, it reflects our terroir with authenticity. Aged in oak barrels, ALEGRA blends structure and freshness in a serene ode to the natural beauty of the Douro.
2024
TASTING NOTES
Colour
Medium intensity ruby
AROMA
Intense aromas of blueberry, wild blackberry and black plum, with elegant violet notes. Oak ageing adds complexity with hints of clove and black pepper, enriching the aromatic profile.
PALATE
Luscious and generous on the palate, medium to full-bodied, with well-rounded, silky tannins. Bright acidity brings freshness and balance. Ripe, intense blue and black fruit is supported by subtle oak, adding depth and complexity. The finish is long, fresh and persistent.
Technical Information
SPECIFICATIONS
Alcohol – 13% Total Acidity – 5,5 (g/l) pH – 3,7 Residual Sugar - 0,60 (g/l) Contains sulfites
Winemaking Details
Viticulture:
In 2024, the Douro Valley saw a balanced growing season, with a cool, wet winter replenishing water reserves and a mild spring ensuring even budburst. Summer brought steady warmth and low disease pressure, supporting gradual ripening. A late heat spike was managed through careful canopy work, resulting in healthy, concentrated fruit of exceptional quality. Overall, 2024 promises elegant, structured wines with vibrant acidity and refined tannins.
Fermentation:
We hand-pick the grapes at peak ripeness, then cool them slightly before a gentle crush. Fermentation runs in stainless steel tanks at 28°C. Daily pump-overs help me extract just the right amount of structure.
Aging:
65% aged in 500L French oak barrels for 12 months and and 35% in stainless steel tanks.
Winemaker:
Mariana Rosária
FOOD PAIRING
Grilled red meats, roast kid, mushroom risotto and well-aged cheeses.
