COLOUR
Other
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
2014
GRAPE
Moscatel de Setúbal
PRODUCER
José Maria da Fonseca
REGION
Península de Setúbal
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Sweet
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Moscatel de Setúbal 2014 from José Maria da Fonseca hails from the Setúbal Peninsula, a region renowned for this specific grape variety. José Maria da Fonseca, founded in 1834, is a historic, family-owned winery with a deep connection to Portuguese winemaking traditions. This wine is a fortified dessert wine, primarily made from the Moscatel de Setúbal grape, known for its distinctive character. The 'Alambre' brand, often associated with this wine, carries historical significance for the producer.
ALCOHOL
18.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
José Maria da Fonseca is the oldest producer of Setúbal Moscatel in Portugal.
Fact 02
The 'Alambre' brand name refers to the estate where Moscatel vines were first planted.
Fact 03
Moscatel de Setúbal can be aged for decades, evolving in complexity.
Fact 04
The wine is fortified, meaning brandy is added during fermentation.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Moscatel de Setúbal involves harvesting ripe grapes, followed by fermentation that is arrested with the addition of grape brandy. Extended contact with the grape skins can occur for up to three months, extracting color and flavor. The fortified wine is then aged in used oak barrels, allowing it to mature and develop its characteristic complexity before bottling.
