Herdade do Rocim
Herdade do Rocim
AboutHerdade do Rocim
Herdade do Rocim occupies roughly 120 hectares between Vidigueira and Cuba in Baixo Alentejo, including about seventy hectares of vineyard and ten hectares of olive trees. The nearby Vidigueira fault and its east-west escarpment help moderate the climate. Clay-loam and sandy soils carry a broad mix of local and international grapes, with Alicante Bouschet prominent among the red plantings and Antão Vaz, Arinto and Verdelho among the whites.
Cellar work follows a minimal-intervention approach, with wild yeasts used for both varietal wines and field blends. Modern equipment sits beside older Alentejo practices, including fermentation in clay talha and foot treading in stone lagares, with decisions taken separately for each wine. Wines mature in vessels including large barrels, terracotta and cement amphorae, with new wood used selectively.
Herdade do Rocim 2021 Fresh From Amphora Nat’Cool Red 1 L
Portuguese Red
Light ruby in colour, with fragrant cherry, pomegranate and rose over earthy, savoury notes. The palate is dry, delicate and gently textured, with bright acidity keeping the fruit lively. Traditional clay-vessel ageing adds a subtle rustic edge without weighing down the wine, and the finish stays easygoing. Serve lightly chilled with pizza, grilled sausages, roast vegetables or tandoori chicken.
Herdade do Rocim 2021 Touriga Nacional
Portuguese Red
Deep ruby and violet in colour, with fresh mineral character, floral notes and spice from barrel ageing. Ripe red and black fruit appears with herbs, sweet spices, plum, blackberry, violet and graphite. The wine is made entirely from Touriga Nacional and spends eleven months in French oak. Soft, polished tannins accompany refreshing acidity and a persistent finish.
Herdade do Rocim 2022 Fresh From Amphora Nat’Cool Branco
Portuguese White
Herdade do Rocim 2021 Alicante Bouschet
Portuguese Red
A concentrated Alicante Bouschet with black fruit, mineral notes and restrained barrel spice. The palate is full and structured, with firm tannins balanced by fresh acidity and a dark-fruited core. Harmonious rather than heavy through the finish, it is well matched with grilled beef, braised lamb, mushrooms or hearty dishes with smoky, savoury flavours.