Alabastro Tinto
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled pork chops, pasta bolognese, medium-cured cheeses
✨ Technical Specifications
Alabastro Tinto is a vibrant expression of Portugal's sun-drenched Alentejo region, crafted by the historic Bacalhoa estate. The wine's name pays tribute to alabaster, a beautiful, translucent ornamental stone historically quarried and celebrated in the region's art and architecture. Sourced from vineyards in the rolling plains of Alentejo, where hot summers are tempered by cool night breezes, this red blend is designed to showcase the pure, fruit-forward character of traditional Portuguese varieties. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve its lively primary fruit aromas, Alabastro represents a harmonious balance of regional tradition and modern, approachable winemaking, capturing the warm hospitality and rustic charm of southern Portugal.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1922 under the name João Pires & Filhos and later transformed into Bacalhôa Vinhos de Portugal, this illustrious estate is headquartered in Vila Nogueira de Azeitão on the Península de Setúbal. Owned by the Berardo family, the company has expanded across Portugal's premier wine-growing regions, including the Douro, Dão, Bairrada, and Alentejo, seamlessly integrating historic heritage with cutting-edge viticulture and extensive art collections. Bacalhôa is celebrated for its pioneering spirit, notably introducing landmark varietal bottlings and producing revered classics such as the legendary Quinta da Bacalhôa Cabernet Sauvignon and centuries-old traditions of fortified Moscatel de Setúbal. Their comprehensive portfolio spans exceptional dry reds, whites, rosés, and historic fortified wines that capture the authentic terroir and elegance of Portugal.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Aragonez, Trincadeira, Alicante Bouschet
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5-14%