As with many young vintages, the 2012 has a beautiful dark purple color with rich black cherry aromas. A 'lighter' vintage port, it shows a beautiful floral element with cedar undertones on the palate. The cognac is well integrated, so there's little of the spirit burn you often find in young vintages. This vintage is very approachable, showing good balance and elegance - a hallmark of La Rosa's style.

Harvest

The winter and spring were dry and the drought continued throughout the growing season, which was cooler than normal and resulted in a lower than average harvest. However, cool conditions tend to give wines aromatic and refined fruit with crystalline clarity.

Winemaking

Foot trodden in granite mills for 3 or 4 nights, with careful temperature control. Aged in oak barrels for 24 months before bottling.