Fitapreta is just north of Evora in the heart of the Alentejo. Think of Carvalha as the Pinot Noir of the region. It’s a half-sister of Castelão and Moreto, for this bottling planted in the Chão dos Eremitas or “soil of the Eremite monks.” It shows light color and body and a specific black olive aroma. It’s pulsing with flavor – the olive character olive comes through alongside black cherry and Asian spice, finishing long and silky. Beautiful! Made by Antonio Macanita and Sandra Sarria.
Fitapreta, Alentejano (Portugal) 2021
By Rich Cook