In France, Alicante Bouchet is frowned upon for its poor quality. In Portugal, it is capable of making some of the country's finest wines. This is typical, with its sweet, jelly-like aromas and ripe, dense fruit. There's an evocative, herby, Mediterranean sunshine feel to it. —R.V.
In France, Alicante Bouchet is frowned upon for its poor quality. In Portugal, it is capable of making some of the country's finest wines. This is typical, with its sweet, jelly-like aromas and ripe, dense fruit. There's an evocative, herby, Mediterranean sunshine feel to it. —R.V.
In France, Alicante Bouchet is frowned upon for its poor quality. In Portugal, it is capable of making some of the country's finest wines. This is typical, with its sweet, jelly-like aromas and ripe, dense fruit. There's an evocative, herby, Mediterranean sunshine feel to it. —R.V.