Quinta Da Viçosa Tinto

Description

This Quinta da Viçosa, crafted by the meticulous João Portugal Ramos, demands a certain reverence. Born from an Alentejo he obsessively studies year after year, the wine echoes the tradition of foot-treading in limestone lagares – a ritual inextricably linked to his deep passion for each distinct plot. The result is a deeply coloured red, boasting aromas of spice and ripe black fruit, with a subtle hint of dark chocolate suggesting the influence of both Hungarian and French oak during its 12-month maturation. Remarkably elegant thanks to Portugal Ramos’s careful control of acidity – described as “well-enveloped” – and a remarkably low residual sugar (under 4g/L), this wine delivers a velvety finish. Structured, concentrated, and possessing a remarkably long, persistent tail, it’s a wine that tells the story of its terroir and the enologist’s passion – a truly rewarding investment for those who appreciate a wine of considerable depth.