Moscatel Setubal DO Superior 10 Y

Fortified Wine from Portugal

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18 points in Revista de Vinhos

Regional Trophy Decanter World Wine Awards 2013 (2001)

Silver medal Decanter World Wine Awards 2012 (2001)

Peninsula De Setubal Trophy International Wine Challenge 2012 (2001)

Gold medal International Wine Challenge 2012 (2001)

Trophy International Wine Challenge 2012 (2001)

$222.60

Producer: Horacio Simoes
The more traditional winemaking methods are followed, involving a short fermentation period in contact with the skins, which is then interrupted by the addition of quality grape alcohol. The wine macerates until the end of winter (5 to 6 months) to allow full extraction of flavour and aroma. It is then transferred into vats and the masses pressed. Ageing for 8 years of barrel maturation in 200-litre oak wood casks, in a carefully monitored environment. These casks will have been previously used in the ageing of malt whisky.

Aroma and intense flavours of orange blossom, citrus, bitter orange marmalade, raisins, figs and nuts, a full palate and excellent balance between sweetness and acidity. Other flavours to be found are marmalade, Earl Grey tea, currants, dried apricots, figs, rancidity, and nuts.