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Overview
Location: Estremoz, Alentejo Miguel Louro, buccaneering dentist, bought the old Zagalos estate in 1979, and eventually decided on planting mainly Aragonez, Trincadeira, Alicante Bouschet and Cabernet Sauvignon. The first wine emerged in 1994, with the first wine made on site, in the old renovated winery, in 1998. There is a history of winemaking here, revived by Miguel, on schist-dominated soil, despite the predominace of marble and clay in the area. Wine ListFor older vintage information please contact us or consult the producer’s website Quinta do Mouro
Current Vintage: 2007 The Grand Vin here is quite traditional, structured and foursquare, but with a combination of Alentejo 'roast' and higher altitude freshness which is quite beguiling. 12-15 months in barrel, half of which are new, mixed between french and Portuguese oak, the latter of which adds a quite unique dimension. "...this family-run jewel is certainly a candidate for Alentejo's best winery ... [and]... should be counted among Portugal's best wines" Mark Squires, erobertparker, December 2011 "The 2007 Tinto, the winery's flagship, is a big, big winner. Primarily Aragonez and Alicante Bouschet, with some Touriga Nacional and Cabernet Sauvignon, it is piercing and pointed, precise and focussed, with a concentrated mid-palate yet the acidity to allow the wine to seem lively, not dense or ponderous. This should age beautifully and develop considerable complexity. This has not yet begun to show everything it has, but it has enormous potential. Drink 2013-2027." Mark Squires, erobertparker, December 2011. 94/100 Vinha do Mouro
Current Vintage: 2008 Aragonez, Trincadeira, Alicante, Cabernet, Petit Sirah and Merlot (although the last three make up less than 10% of the blend). Whilst completely a wine of the Alentejo, with that unmistakeable 'roasted' fruit character, this also has the freshness of the cooler (higher) lands of Estremoz, behind the Serra d'Ossa mountain. Â |
