Winemaking: We created the first time a generous wine result of a lot of different crops. This Purple has wines with a minimum of 5 years of age, 50% of the 2007 harvest, 25% of the 2006 harvest and 25% of the harvest 2004. Each crop originated in certified vineyards and planted on the slopes of Serra da Arrábida, demarcated region DO Setúbal. The used vinification technology is traditionally used in wine Setubal this region: after a short fermentation of the must in contact with the film, was added selected wine marc that the stop fermentation allows for the storage of a unique sweetness of grape. The wines each harvest were maintained during the following winter each harvest in contact with the skins and subsequently bled, the pasta dough, and then aged in 200 liter oak barrels previously served to whiskey, in particular warehouse where there are large temperature ranges. These aging conditions cause a concentration and intensity of aromas and flavors, which further accentuate the unique character of these fortified wines. Lot of different crops was carried out in November 2015 and then bottled.
Stage: Minimum 5 years of aging
Tasting notes: intense, rich and complex aroma with floral notes of orange blossom and roses, raisins, almonds and honey. In the mouth flavors identical to aromas of a well-balanced sweetness with good acidity and astringency - a set with body, softness and good persistence.
Gastronomy: Aperitif, fresh with a lemon peel, to follow confecionadas desserts with dark chocolate or simply as a digestive, with a good coffee.
Service temperature: 12 - 14ºC
Awards: Mundus Vini - Spring Tasting 2016: Gold Medal
Wine Competition Portugal (ViniPortugal): Silver Medal (2016)
International Wine Challenge: Gold Medal (2016)
Decanter World Wine Awards: Medal of Platinum and Best Portuguese Fortified above 15 £ (2016)