Guarita da Chocapalha 2018 – Premium Alicante Bouschet Red Wine

Guarita da Chocapalha 2018 is a unique, estate-only red wine from Quinta de Chocapalha, produced only in exceptional vintages as a tribute to the family patriarch, Paulo Taveres da Silva. Sourced from a single plot of old-vine Alicante Bouschet, this wine expresses power, depth and elegance that stand apart in the Lisbon wine region.  

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Very deep, opaque ruby with intense color saturation — a sign of concentration and age-worthy structure.  

Rich aromatics of black fruit, dark chocolate, balsamic spice, preserved plum and cedar with complexity and layered depth.  

Full-bodied with silky texture and refined, high-quality tannins. The wine delivers great volume, lush dark fruit and spicy complexity on a long finish.  

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Produced in limited quantities and reserved for only the strongest vintages, Guarita da Chocapalha honors both vineyard heritage and winemaking craft.  

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This structured, concentrated red pairs best with robust, intensely flavored dishes that match its depth and tannic backbone:

The wine’s power and texture stand up to hearty flavors without overwhelm.  

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60–64°F (16–18°C)  Serve slightly below room temperature to highlight aromatic complexity and structural balance. A light decant (30–45 minutes) will help open the wine and integrate tannins for immediate enjoyment.

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