NINFA Vinhas Velhas Tinto, Joao M Barbosa USC002

NINFA Vinhas Velhas Tinto, Joao M Barbosa USC002A wine made to lament tradition. Intense wet earth and mature vineyard nuances. Aromas of ripe cherry orchard and fresh eucalyptus recall moments, experiences of generations of wine growing. Full bodied with soft ripe tannins and bright acidity showing rustic notes of clay minerality that take us back in time. Joo Barbosa is dedicated to making unique wines, the result of the specific terroirs of each plot of land where he cultivates his own

pork tenderloin or a mushroom stroganoff

The palate is creamy and softly sparkling with some richness and a long

smoky espresso flavour

smooth velvety texture

mother of the Virgin Mary

The grapes were hand picked in late April and early May and submitted to a week-long pre-fermentation cold treatment at 8ºC (46ºF) to extract more fruit characteristics

citrus fruit

Vinification is traditional

A stunning non vintage with great body and roundness

with one of the cape's most exciting terroirs

the teams were ready and waiting to start harvesting in the vineyards of Château de Selle and Clos Mireille

this LBV shares the pedigree of the great Taylor vintage ports but is made in an approachable style