Monte Cascas

$85.00750ml

Ramisco can be thought of as a mash-up of Pinot Noir and Nebbiolo. Best with age, but may be coaxed (decanted) in its youth as well.

Try with pata negra,

stuffed partridges, duck rice

or pasta with truffles.

Eyes:

Brick Red

Nose:

Medium Intensity, developing, black cherry, citrus fruits, roses

Mouth:

Light Bodied, dry, high acidity, heavy tannin, moderate-high intensity, long finish, citrus fruits, cranberry, tea

Colares is one of the most endangered wine growing areas in the world, due to encroaching seaside resorts and labor intensive practices. The local Ramisco grape is the rare vine that grows untrellised on its own rootstock, appearing as a snake in the sand. During veraison the clusters are propped up on sticks to ensure ripening. This bottling is extremely limited, and very cool.