Vista Alegre Vintage Port 2018 - A Delightfully Robust Red Wine

Vista Alegre Vintage Port 2018 is a robust red wine with a deep purplish hue, an intense aromatic complexity and a velvety finish. This wine is made with carefully selected grapes, harvested manually for small boxes in a single harvest. The vinification process follows the traditional method of Port wine making, with partial destemming, crushing of grapes in stone mills with foot steps and fermentation of the must under controlled temperature.

Grape Varieties and Tasting Notes

Vista Alegre Vintage Port 2018 is made with a selection of grapes such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Amarela, Sousão, Tinta Barroca and Tinto Cão. Its aromas and flavors are intense and complex, with notes of ripe black fruits, jam and jelly. Its tannins are polished and velvety, providing a good prolongation and finish in the palate.

Storage and Serving Advices

To preserve the taste and aromas of Vista Alegre Vintage Port 2018, the bottled should be stored in a horizontal position, at a constant temperature and away from intense direct light. Before serving, the wine should be carefully opened and decanted, as it may form some natural sediment in the bottle. Once decanted, the wine will reach its peak, and should be consumed in the same day. It should be served at a temperature between 16º C to 18ºC.

Food Pairings

Vista Alegre Vintage Port 2018 pairs well with strong cheeses such as Stilton, Roquefort, Danish blue, and Portuguese Serra. It can be served with fruit or chocolate desserts, or paired with a good cigar.

Allergens

Vista Alegre Vintage Port 2018 contains sulphites.

Reviews and Awards

This robust red wine has received 18 points in Revista de Vinhos and a Silver Medal in the International Wine Guide.