Guimaraens
The fresh, intoxicating blackberry aromas are enhanced by a wonderfully aromatic and fragrant quality.
In certain years when there is no classic Fonseca Vintage Port, a Guimaraens Vintage Port may be made instead. Guimaraens Vintage Ports nevertheless share the origins, heritage and complex fruity style of the classic Fonseca vintages and are drawn from the produce of the same three estates. They differ only in that they are more approachable, ready to drink earlier.
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BOTTLE LAIN DOWN
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DECANTING RECOMMENDED
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VEGAN
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16ºC - 18 ºC
The Port continues to improve for decades after bottling. The bottle should be kept lain down in a cool place, ideally at a temperature below 16ºC.
Should be decanted before being served. Stand the bottle upright a few hours before decanting to allow the sediment to fall to the bottom of the bottle. Pour the wine in a slow, steady stream into a decanter, ensuring that only the clear wine is poured, leaving the sediment behind.
This Port wine is Vegan friendly
The wine benefits from being served between 16ºC to 18ºC.
The Port continues to improve for decades after bottling. The bottle should be kept lain down in a cool place, ideally at a temperature below 16ºC.
Should be decanted before being served. Stand the bottle upright a few hours before decanting to allow the sediment to fall to the bottom of the bottle. Pour the wine in a slow, steady stream into a decanter, ensuring that only the clear wine is poured, leaving the sediment behind.
This Port wine is Vegan friendly
The wine benefits from being served between 16ºC to 18ºC.
Tasting Notes
Fresh, intoxicating blackberry aromas are enhanced by a wonderfully aromatic and perfumed quality.
Huge depth and structure in this very finely tuned Port wine. Everything is in harmony and perfectly balanced. The black berry fruit flavors marry deliciously with the tannins, leaving the mouth crying for more. A very good wine.
Notes on Viticultural Year
The winter of 2003/2004 was very dry, with only 1/3 of the rainfall recorded the previous winter. The lack of water during the beginning of the growing season significantly reduced the risks of diseases. In July, the biggest concern was that the vines would not be able to ripen the grapes sufficiently due to the drastic water shortage.
The harvest was highlighted by perfect weather conditions throughout the entire period. The young Ports showed good structure, with very fresh berry fruit aromas, a consequence of a relatively cooler than normal ripening period.
