Clos Fonte Do Santo Blue Capsule | Red | 2018 | Douro - Vivino 4.0

Intro: The Clos line at Quinta do Javali demonstrates the purity, respect and uniqueness of the expression of the Fonte do Santo terroir, in Ervedosa do Douro, from the vineyard to the glass. The Blue cap is exposed to sunset which increases the polyphenolic richness of this wine. 700 bottles produced.

Region: Douro (D.O.C)

Winery: Quinta do Javali  Vineyard: Clos Fonte do Santo

Grapes: 30+ Varietals from old vines of at least 65 years of age

Aging: 12 months in new  and old French Oak barrels

Tasting Notes: Dark ruby color with violaceous halo. The nose combines notes of black plums, ripe black cherries, blackberries and bark. In the mouth the the black fruit notes appear the wine also  has a superior structure with a mineral nerve of the terroir of Fonte do Santo.

ABV: 12.5%  Decant: 1-2 hours  Serving Temp: 15-17°C  Pairing: Gnocchi, BBQ fish,   Coq-Au-Vin, Roast Pork