Moscatel Bacalhoa Roxo de Setúbal 5 Anos

For the first time, we have created a fortified wine resulting from a blend of different vintages. This Roxo has been aged for a minimum of 5 years, 50% from the 2007 harvest, 25% from the 2006 harvest and 25% from the 2004 harvest. Each vintage originated from certified vineyards planted on the slopes of the Arrábida mountain range in the DO Setúbal Demarcated Region. The winemaking technology used was that traditionally used in this region's DO Setúbal wines: after a short fermentation of the must in contact with the skins, selected wine spirit was added which, by stopping fermentation, allowed the grapes to retain their original sweetness. The wines from each vintage were kept in contact with the skins during the winter following each harvest, then bled, the masses pressed, and then aged in 200-liter oak barrels, pre-served with whiskey, in a special warehouse where there are wide temperature ranges. These aging conditions cause a concentration and intensity of aromas and flavors, which further accentuate the unique personality of these fortified wines. The blend of the different vintages was made in November 2015 and then bottled.