Ripanco VR - José Maria da Fonseca

Ripanco VR - José Maria da FonsecaThe Ripanço VR from José Maria da Fonseca sparkles in the glass in a bright ruby red with violet reflections. It reveals its expansive bouquet with aromas of black cherries, cassis and raspberries. The bouquet is rounded off by the aromas of chocolate, buttered toast and violets, which this cuvée owes to its wood aging. This red wine from Portugal is fruity and well-structured on the palate with animating acidity and polished tannins. Vinification for the Ripanço VR by José Maria da Fonseca This cuvée is composed of Syrah, Alicante Bouschet and Argonez grape varieties, whose vines are rooted in soils of sand, clay and loam. After the gentle harvest, the grapes are completely pressed and fermented for four days at 28°Celsius with full skin contact. This extracts maximum color and aroma. The wine is then aged for at least six months in new and used barrique barrels from France and the USA. Food recommendation for the Ripanço VR by José Maria da Fonseca Enjoy this dry red wine with red meat, grilled cheese, fatty fish or spicy hard cheese. Awards for the Ripanço VR from José Maria da Fonseca Decanter: 93 points (2014 vintage) Falstaff Germany: 90 points (2013 vintage) Mundus Vini: Silver (2013 vintage)