Alto Red

Alto - Rouge - 750ml

Name: Alto - Rouge - 750ml
Brand: Alto
SKU: 6001497404061
Price: 129 ZAR
Availability: InStock

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Positive "Alto Rouge is generally well-regarded as a premium South African red blend with excellent aging potential and complex flavor profile."

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The Story

Experience the sophisticated complexity of Alto Rouge, a meticulously crafted South African red blend that showcases deep garnet hues and an alluring bouquet of autumn fruits with fynbos notes. This wine offers a harmonious palate of succulent plum, crushed blackberry, and dry fig, supported by plush yet firm tannins that promise excellent aging potential. Perfect for special occasions, it pairs beautifully with roasted meats, mature cheeses, and creamy pasta dishes.

add_circle The Upside

check Excellent aging potential due to careful vinification and oak aging
check Versatile food pairing options from roasted meats to creamy pasta dishes
check Complex flavor profile with well-integrated tannins and structure

remove_circle The Downside

close Premium pricing typical of high-end South African wines
close Limited availability outside of specialty wine retailers
close May require decanting for optimal enjoyment when young

Specifications & features

Key features

check_circle Blend of 4 grape varieties harvested at optimal ripeness (24-26 Balling)
check_circle 18-month aging in French and American oak barriques (90% French, 10% American)
check_circle Complex flavor profile with plum, blackberry, fig, pine-needle, and graphite notes
check_circle Proven ageability from a fine vintage
check_circle Versatile food pairing options including meats, cheeses, and pasta