Grape Variety: 30% Tinta Roriz, 30% Barroca, 20% Tinta Cao & 20% Touriga Francesca

Growing Region: Douro Valley, Portugal

Owner: Manuel Angelo Barros

TASTING NOTE:
Located in the heart of Portugal's famed Douro region, Barros is one of the largest and most respected Portuguese-owned port houses. Established in 1913, Barros has won an international reputation for producing the finest ports.

The traditional varieties from the Douro region were use to made this ruby style port. The vines are cultivated on a combination of terraces supported by stone walls, and on platforms held by natural slopes on the contours of the hillsides - that line the Douro River.

After hand harvesting, the grapes were crushed and underwent an extended maceration on skins in order to obtain a rich wine both in colour, aroma and flavour. Fermentation was arrested by the addition of grape spirit in order to produce a naturally sweet wine. The resulting wine was matured in wooden casks (pipes) for up to 3 years.

Serve in small glasses, at 14 to 16C.

CELLARING POTENTIAL:
Drinking perfectly well at any time, but when 'open' store in a cool place and check it regularly as it will age over 3-4 weeks.

SUGGESTED FOOD MATCHES:
Perfect wine match as an aperitif, with dessert or cheese selection, enjoy.

A well balanced, versatile Ruby Port.