Words from the winemaker “A modern and urban style of Porto; a combination of colour, perfume and texture in which one finds the most delicate fragrance of raspberry and hints of herbs beyond its quintessence as a spirit. Moderate acidity coupled with cashmere texture makes this Porto a fantastic surprise. Medium concentration, long length and beautiful precision place this wine in another dimension.” - Jorge Alves, Winemaker Production Year - produced each year since 2010. Grapes - Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Barroca (traditional Port wine grapes). Terroir - schist soil, Mediterranean climate, grade A classified vineyards. Winemaking - hand-picked, estate-grown grapes bypass foot-treading in lagares and are immediately, gently pressed, allowing the skins a mere 2 hours of contact with the juice. After partial fermentation and fortification with double-distilled grape brandy (more neutral to preserve those delicate aromatics!), the young Rosé Port ages for 4 months in small, temperature-controlled, stainless steel tanks. Annual Production - 7,000 bottles Alcohol - 18% Tasting See - pale rose petal, flamingo legs. Smell - delicate gooseberries, raspberries and florals. Sip - soft and sweet red fruits; cool mineral structure; long and persistent finish. Enjoy - now, very cold (5°C/40°F), as an apéritif or in a Porto Tonic at any time of day!
