COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Tinto Cão
PRODUCER
Fonseca Guimaraens
REGION
Douro
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Sweet
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Fonseca Vintage Port 2016 is a red Vintage Port from the Douro Valley, Portugal, produced by Fonseca Guimaraens. It is a field blend of traditional Douro grape varieties, including Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, and Tinto Cão. The 2016 vintage was marked by unusual weather, with ample spring rainfall followed by a hot, dry summer, resulting in low yields and concentrated fruit. Grapes are sourced from Fonseca's three quintas: Quinta do Panascal, Quinta do Cruzeiro, and Quinta de Santo António. The producer, Fonseca Guimaraens, has a long-standing history in Port production, with a focus on consistent quality and viticultural knowledge. This vintage is noted for its finely constituted fruit, attractive minerality, and exceptional tannin quality.
ALCOHOL
20.5%
AVG. PRICE
€87
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes are sourced from three distinct Fonseca quintas, each contributing unique characteristics.
Fact 02
Traditional foot-treading in stone 'lagares' is still employed for grape processing.
Fact 03
The 2016 vintage saw significantly low yields, concentrating the wine's character.
Fact 04
Fonseca has a history of producing some of the most sought-after Vintage Ports.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Fonseca Vintage Port 2016 is produced using traditional Douro Valley methods. Grapes are sourced from three distinct quintas and are traditionally trodden by foot in stone lagares. Fermentation is halted by the addition of grape spirit, preserving natural sweetness. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for approximately 20 months in large oak vats before bottling. The producer, Fonseca Guimaraens, adheres to sustainable viticultural practices.
