Adega Viuva Gomes, Viticultores Tinto, 2022 111524NEW Made from organically farmed fruit

Made from organically farmed fruit in the Santa Cruz Mountains—a region known for its cool air

giving structure without bulk

but it's wrapped in darker fruit

The palate is silky and medium-bodied

this Clos de la Roche has the depth and structure to age gracefully for 15–20 years

Adega Viuva Gomes, Viticultores Tinto, 2022 111524NEW Made from organically farmed fruitA field blend from three distinctive non sandy plots, located within the geographical area of the Colares wine growing region the towns of Colares, So Joo das Lampas and So Martinho. It's fine boned and herbaceous, with bright peppery notes, lots of salinity, and an elegant earthiness. A bit like Cabernet Franc grown in pink quartz (but next to the salty Atlantic Ocean).