2016 Licoroso Quinta Da Alorna Abafado 5 Anos Fortificado

Description

This Fernão Pires from Quinta da Alorna is a remarkably mellow wine, clearly having enjoyed a rather tranquil upbringing. Five years of ageing, combined with the Tejo terroir, have yielded a liqueur-style wine with a serene, almost meditative character. Don’t anticipate a burst of fresh fruit; instead, you’ll find delicate nuances of spice and perhaps a hint of aged almond. It’s the sort of wine that pairs wonderfully with a perfectly grilled steak, or even a robust cigar – ideal for a moment of quiet contemplation. A ‘gentle’ wine that nevertheless showcases the estate’s tradition and expertise.