Herdade da Malhadinha 2014 Monte Da Peceguina Rosé
Malhadinha Nova is a typical Alentejo family estate situated in Albernoa, a small village ln the heart of ‘Baixo’ Alentejo. Since 1998, the family’s passion and commitment have transformed a long-abandoned land into fields that give life to genuine, high-quality Alentejo produce. The perfect weather conditions of the Alentejo, the schist-based soils, the well-drained slopes of the property as well as the carefully selected grape varieties – Touriga Nacional, Aragonês, Alicante Bouschet, Tinta Miuda, Baga, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah (varieties of red grapes) and Arinto, Roupeiro, Antão Vaz, Alvarinho, Verdelho, Viognier and Petit Manseng (varieties of white grapes) – make up the Terroir of Malhadinha Nova with unique conditions for producing wines with unique character.
Opening a bottle I noticed a pink salmon color with aromas of red fruits and gentle spice notes. The palate showed light fruit, not overwhelming, tastes of strawberries and a hint of cherries, dry with the right balance of tannins and acidity. The wine needed to be slightly chilled. The finish was medium with slight spicy ending. Drink now while it’s fresh. This wine was a gift from my colleague, Amandio, a native of Portugal, who brought back this gem from one of his trips back home. Gratíssimo!
Cheers!