Susana Esteban Special Edition 2018 Alentejo Tinto 75cl

The Susana Esteban Special Edition 2018 is a rare and exceptional wine, considered by winemaker Susana Esteban herself to be the most special she has produced to date. Selected from only 5 barrels of the exceptional 2018 harvest , this wine reveals remarkable complexity and enormous aging potential .

Made with grapes from the unique vineyards of Serra de São Mamede , it was vinified in traditional wine presses and aged for 3 years in French oak barrels , an unusual maturation time that gives it depth and sophistication.

With only 1,470 bottles produced (after an accident that resulted in the loss of 221 bottles), this is a highly exclusive edition that promises to leave a mark on anyone who tastes it.

Main Features:

• Region: Alentejo Regional Wine
• Varieties:
  • 60% Alicante Bouschet
  • 20% Touriga Nacional
  • 20% Mixture of traditional grape varieties from the Serra de São Mamede
• Winemaking:
  • Manual harvest in 20kg boxes with rigorous selection at the winery entrance.
  • Fermentation in traditional mills , preserving the character of the terroir.
• Aging: 3 years in French oak barrels , allowing a refined development of aromas and structure.
• Traffic jam: December 7, 2021
• Production: Only 1,470 bottles .
• Alcohol Content: 14.5% vol.

Tasting notes:

• Color: Deep, vibrant ruby.
• Aroma: Impressive from the first moment, with intense and complex notes of black fruits, spices and a striking minerality . Touriga Nacional and Alicante Bouschet shine with elegance and subtlety.
• Palate: Broad and deep, with soft and elegant tannins. The unusual harmony between structure and freshness gives it a unique complexity, ending with a long and sophisticated finish.

Harmonization and Service Suggestions:

• Pairs well with: Sophisticated red meat dishes, roast lamb, intense stews and mature cheeses.
• Serving Temperature: 16-18ºC.

Why Choose the Susana Esteban Special Edition 2018?

• 🏆 The most special wine produced by Susana Esteban – A unique selection from the 2018 harvest.
• 🍷 Extended aging of 3 years in French oak – Depth and sophistication in every sip.
• 🌿 Vineyards of Serra de São Mamede – A unique terroir that gives freshness and minerality to the wine.
• 📦 Ultra limited edition – Only 1,470 bottles , making it a true object of desire for collectors and connoisseurs.