Vista Alegre Harvest 1975 Tawny

Dark color fading to red to the edges of the glass. Suggestions of smoked wood and dark fruit. Good tear on the glass. Refreshing on the tip of the tongue. A little hot on the alate, a little acidity. Raisins, caramel and a little vanilla. strong long aftertaste with plenty of tannins. Contains sulfites.

From Quinta da Vista Alegre, Cima Corgo, vines over 80 years old, planted on old platforms, with a predominant southern exposure. The grapes from a single harvest are harvested manually and transported in small boxes and vinified according to the traditional Porto method. After partial destemming, the grapes are crushed on foot in stone tanks. The fermentation of the must takes place at a controlled temperature and is interrupted by the addition of brandy. This wine, as it is produced, has great aging potential. Wine from a single harvest, aged in oak casks for a minimum period of 7 years. It should be served at a temperature between 10°C and 12°C. Keep the bottle at a constant temperature and protected from strong light. Preferably consume within 6 to 8 weeks after opening. Contains sulfites.