NEW IN STORE: The Astronauta and Escondido wines from Aníbal Coutinho

Publié : 17/02/2020 - Catégories : Our Selection

NEW IN STORE: The Astronauta and Escondido wines from Aníbal Coutinho

Each country has its own superstar grape varieties, which carry the history and tradition of terroirs around the world. The range of wines Astronauta and Escondido reach high expectations when we realize the master behind the pieces, the wine critic and winemaker Aníbal Coutinho, who in addition to advising and teaching classes in the sector, is a jury member of the most important world contests of wine such as the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, the International Wine Challenge, the Vinalies Internationales, the Citadelles du Vin and the Selections Mondiales Canada.

With such a background, what do we expect from wines that are so unique and combine the passion for Portuguese grape varieties with the art of making wines that are recognized worldwide?

Speaking of recognition, the Astronaut Vinho de Talha Red 2016 reached 95 points in Robert Parker. Remembering the ancestral way of making wines, 100% Moreto, it shows an intense grenade color with complexity and freshness in an involving long finish.

Another emblematic wine that is worth giving it a try is the Astronauta Arinto White 2018. Made in one of the most recognized regions for white grape varieties, the Vinho Verde,it brings a citrine color with a pineapple and grapefruit notes in a mineral touch typical from its region and reached 87 points in Robert Parker.

To create a top quality wine, it is necessary to combine the culture of traditional wine to the vineyards, in addition to the inspiration and knowledge of the winemaker. Thus was born the brand Escondido, with the Red 2012 and the Branco de Curtimenta White 2015. The name (Hidden if you translate it) was inspired by the location of the vineyards where the grapes are cultivated, in a small family farm that is difficult to access, and is something else that gives a touch to the wines.

The Escondido Red 2012 is described by Coutinho as a medium garnet-colored wine, with spicy and mentholated aromas typical of the Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot Bordeaux varieties, chocolate-colored fruit from the Mediterranean Syrah, and citrus bergamot from Touriga Nacional. The set wrapped by sweet spices and earthy and smoky notes.

For sure it is worth trying some of those wines along with the other related ones you can now check in our store.

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