Product details
The story of Periquita is interwoven with the story of José Maria da Fonseca itself, beginning in the 1820s when the founding father of the company, José Maria da Fonseca arrived in Lisbon and bought several local properties. One such purchase, most probably in 1846, was Cova da Periquita. It was on that property that José Maria da Fonseca planted red grapes of the grape Castelão variety, which he brought most probably from the province of Ribatejo. Although we are not sure when the first vintage was produced we are certain that by 1850 Periquita was already made. This wine is Domingos Soares Franco tribute to this fortunate marriage between the variety and the region, brought together by the Founder of this company. The grape Castelão Francês which, originated from Old Vineyards, was foot-trodden in small “lagares” and the wine was then aged for 14 months in small new French oak barrels.
Grape Varieties:
Castelão,Tinta Francisca,Cabernet Sauvignon
Tasting Notes:
Dark red colour. Aromas of blueberries, raspberry, eucalyptus, leather, spiciness and well-integrated oak. Fruity palate, full, balanced, elegant with persistent but, soft tannins. Finishes long.
Store and Serve Advices:
Serve at 14ºC and consumed at 17ºC.
Food Pairing:
Excellent with meat dishes and cheese.
Allergens:
Contains sulphites.
Reviews and Awards:
. 89 points in Wine Enthusiast Magazine;
. 89 points in Revista de Vinhos;
. 17 points in Vinho Grandes Escolhas;
. 15 points in Jancis Robinson.
Disclaimer:
The photo shown is a copy of one of the bottles we have available for delivery. Keep in mind that the older the wine, the more likely the bottle will have some external dirt or slightly damaged labels. This does not mean, however, that the wine is not in a condition to be consumed.
The wines from our rarity zone are stored and air-conditioned in the most correct way so that the wine ages correctly in the bottle, but over time, the wine evolves and changes its characteristics.
We recommend that you carefully remove the cork and let the wine air for some time in order to release its natural aromas. Avoid decanting as it can be a very aggressive operation for old wines.
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