With extended bottle age, this wine shows a translucent brick-red color and an extraordinarily complex aromatic profile. Notes of dried cherry, cranberry, rose petal, and orange peel are layered with iodine, dried herbs, leather, and savory spice. On the palate, it is delicate yet persistent, driven by vibrant acidity and fine, resolved tannins. Earthy, saline, and umami nuances unfold slowly. The finish is long, graceful, and hauntingly complex.

Ramisco grape blend.

The Estate

Adega Viúva Gomes, established in 1808, is located in Almoçageme, Colares, on a demarcated wine-growing region defined in 1908, characterized by its dunes and sandy soils sited on the coastline of Sintra, between the hills and the Atlantic Ocean, from Cabo da Roca until Magoito.

Wine Making

Ramisco grapes are harvested from ungrafted vines planted in sandy soils that protect against phylloxera. Fermentation follows traditional methods, and wines are aged extensively in large, old wooden casks before long-term bottle aging. Colares wines are famously released late, often decades after harvest, allowing structure to soften while preserving remarkable acidity and longevity.

Food Suggestions

This historic wine pairs best with simply prepared, savory dishes that respect its delicacy and complexity. Ideal matches include roast game birds, braised rabbit, mushroom dishes, and aged cheeses. It also shines alongside classic Portuguese cuisine or as a contemplative wine enjoyed on its own, where its nuance and history can be fully appreciated.

• Available Size: 500mL (1 unit)
• Historic-Winery
• Type: Wines
• Sub-type: Wines
• Class: Red
• ABV%: 12.7