Colecção Privada DSF Moscatel Roxo 2001

Domingos Soares Franco, winemaker and vice-president, is the youngest of the two representatives of the sixth generation of the family that manages José Maria da Fonseca. As both Vice-President and senior winemaker of the company Domingos has become a prominent figure in the field of Portuguese winemaking and viticulture. Although all José Maria da Fonseca’s wines are of his making, some are particularly special to him. Labelled “Domingos Soares Franco Private Collection”.

Grape Varieties: Moscatel Roxo 100%

Type of Soil: Clay-lime

Tasting Notes: COLOR: Brilliant Amber. AROMA: Dried fruits, hazelnuts, toasted almonds, some very subtle floral of white roses. PALATE: Very elegant with a perfect combination of sweetness and the characteristic acidity of Moscatel Roxo, ending with a pleasant sensation of volume and longevity. FINISH: Very Long.

Vinification: Fermentation stops by adding brandy. There was a skin contact time until February/March.

Ageing: In used oak. No ageing in bottle is necessary, because it does not improve after bottling.

Storage: The bottles should be laid down at a temperature of 12ºC and 60% humidity.

Shelf Life: Several years

Serving Sugesttions: Should be enjoyed at 10º as an aperitif or at 16º as a dessert wine.

Date of Bottling: September 2021

Winemaker: Domingos Soares Franco