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The Moscatel de Setúbal is an emblematic wine of the Setúbal Peninsula wine region and is one the treasures amongst portuguese wines. Prestigious wines have been produced for many years in this region, being appreciated by the general public as well as kings. In the times of King Dom Dinis (1261-1325), Moscatel was already well known and by 1381 large quantities of this wine had already been exported to England and King Richard II of England mentions the importance of Setúbal wine. King Dom Manuel, “The Venturer” aludes to the vineyards of Setúbal in a 1514 declaration. There are records of 350 barrels of Moscatel de Setúbal exports in 1675. It is said that King Louis XIV of France “the Sun King” (1638-1715) would always have this fortified wine at any of Versaille's events. On the banquet menu of the Order of Knights of Malta in 1797, the precious «Setúbal» wine is mentioned, amongst other notorious wines.

Price: 7.15 €

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Category:

Region:

Setúbal

Alcohol:

17.5%

Bottle Size:

750 ml

Grape Variety:

Moscatel de Setúbal

Year:

Winemaker:

Jaime Quendera

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Product details

Winemaking

Origin from a 20 years old vineyards in Fernando Pó, Palmela. Fermentation in stainless-steel vats with temperature controlled to a density of 1080, followed by the addition of 77% vol. spirit distilled from wine and maceration that lasts until March of the following year. Matured for 24 months in oak half barrels.

Tasting Notes

A richly complex, golden-coloured wine, with aromas reminiscent of the honey and orange peel flavours traditional to this region. Full and sweet on the palate, revealing a good level of acidity that confers a certain freshness. A persistent, prolonged finish.

Store and serve advices

Drinking Temperature 14 - 16 ºC. Recommended Storage Time 20 years.

Food Pairing

Excellent with patisserie and sweetmeats, and also as an aperitif.

Reviews and Awards

- 86 points in Robert Parker
- 16,5 points in Jancis Robinson
- Trophée Citadelles in Citadelles du Vin Bordéus 2011
- Silver medal Vinalies Internationales Paris 2012
- Commended International Wine Challenge 2012
- Bronze medal International Wine Challenge 2013
- Gold medal Vinalies International China 2013
- Gold medal Mundus Vini Neustadt 2013