Alicante Bouschet is a red grape variety of French origin that stands out for being one of the rare tintier varieties, with naturally red pulp and juice. Recognised for its intense colour, structure and good ageing potential, it has found ideal conditions in Portugal — and in particular in the Alentejo — to establish itself as a benchmark. Even so, its identity is not limited to this region: it is a grape variety with great adaptability, capable of expressing different aromatic and sensory profiles depending on the climate, soil and viticultural practices.
It is precisely this versatility that today leads us to look at Alicante Bouschet wines produced outside the Alentejo, where the grape variety takes on new interpretations and personalities of its own. Quinta da Boavista, in the Douro, shows the influence of the continental climate and the Douro landscape; Quinta do Gradil, in Lisbon, benefits from its proximity to the Atlantic, revealing greater freshness and balance; while Palácio dos Távoras, in Trás-os-Montes, reflects the rusticity and marked temperature range of the region. Together, these examples show how the grape variety continues to assert itself as a faithful interpreter of the terroir where it is grown.
We invite you to explore our selection of Alicante Bouschet wines, designed to showcase the diversity and richness that this grape variety can achieve beyond its most emblematic territory. Each wine represents a discovery and a new perspective, ideal for those seeking authentic, surprising experiences full of character — because there is, in fact, much more Alicante Bouschet to discover.
