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Cartuxa Reserva Red 2018
$59.99
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Alcohol ABV
14.50%
Region
Portugal
Vintage
2018
Size
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The Cartuxa Reserva Red 2018 is one of the flagship wines of Alentejo, a benchmark of Portuguese winemaking that reflects both tradition and prestige. Produced by the historic Fundação Eugénio de Almeida, this Reserva is crafted only in exceptional vintages, using carefully selected grapes from the estate’s finest vineyards around Évora. It stands as a symbol of the depth, elegance, and longevity that Alentejo reds can achieve.

The bouquet is rich and complex, with aromas of ripe blackberry, black cherry, and plum layered with notes of cedar, tobacco, leather, and warm spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and structured, delivering concentrated flavors of dark fruit interwoven with hints of cocoa, dried herbs, and well-integrated oak. Firm tannins provide strength and backbone, while balanced acidity adds freshness and lift. The finish is long, powerful, and refined, leaving a lasting impression of fruit, spice, and earthy minerality.

Ideal alongside roasted game, grilled lamb, or rich stews, the Cartuxa Reserva Red 2018 is a wine built for both immediate impact and long-term cellaring. With its depth, balance, and remarkable aging potential, it represents one of the finest expressions of Alentejo winemaking and a true treasure for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Cartuxa

Cartuxa is a prestigious Portuguese wine estate renowned for producing elegant, terroir-driven wines that exemplify the rich heritage and diversity of the Alentejo region. Founded in 1585 by the Carthusian monks—hence its name, derived from “Carthusian”—the estate has a centuries-long tradition of viticulture, combining historical knowledge with modern winemaking expertise. Cartuxa emphasizes meticulous vineyard management, selecting grapes from carefully tended plots that reflect the region’s unique soils, climate, and microclimates, which impart depth, complexity, and balance to its wines. The brand is celebrated for its refined red and white wines, which exhibit structure, aromatic intensity, and a seamless integration of fruit, oak, and minerality, reflecting both the region’s warmth and the winemakers’ precision. Cartuxa embodies a philosophy of heritage, craftsmanship, and excellence, producing wines that honor tradition while appealing to modern palates. Through its commitment to quality and authenticity, Cartuxa has earned a distinguished reputation in Portugal and internationally, making it a benchmark for sophisticated, expressive Alentejo wines.

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