DFJ Vinhos PINK ELEPHANT Rose Estremadura Portugal

The Estremadura wine region stretches north from Lisbon along the coastal area of central Portugal and has a long wine tradition. The sunny climate produces excellent ripe wines but the cooling influence of the Atlantic means that they are always well balanced with a fresh, lively character. José Neiva is the leading oenologist of this important wine region. He has chosen to put his name to this wine after making a selection of prime quality grapes from the huge harvest at his disposal. Made from a blend of selected Portuguese varieties, mainly Malvasia Rei , Vital , Fernao Pires, the grapes are destemmed and fermentation takes place under temperature controlled conditions and the wine is bottled young with no wood contact. This has produced a medium bodied wine with a fresh, lively character, showing good appley, grapey fruit balanced by delicious lemony acidity. (12 x 75 cl)

The Estremadura wine region stretches north from Lisbon along the coastal area of central Portugal and has a long wine tradition. The sunny climate produces excellent ripe wines but the cooling influence of the Atlantic means that they are always well balanced with a fresh, lively character. José Neiva is the leading oenologist of this important wine region. He has chosen to put his name to this wine after making a selection of prime quality grapes from the huge harvest at his disposal. Jose has chosen a blend of native Portuguese varieties with each grape bringing different qualities and nuances of flavour to the wine (12 x 75 cl)

Intense blackberry and incense nose. Soft supple sweet fruit with good concentration and balanced woody finish. (12 x 75 cl)

DFJ Vinhos MOUCHAO Alentejo Portugal from Portugal, Alentejo by DFJ Vinhos Lda (6 x 75 cl)

The Palmela region is on the Setubal Peninsular south of Lisbon. Long hours of grape ripening sunshine balanced by cool, humid, maritime air mean the region has ideal conditions for the vine. It is famous for its superb, robust red wines. Made from 100% Castelão , one of Portugal's best native varieties this wine has been developed by José Neiva the leading oenologist of this important wine region. He has chosen to put his name to this wine after making a selection of prime quality grapes from the huge harvest at his disposal. The wine was produced using the Traditional method, but the grape varieties are vinified separately. Ripening of grapes in the extensive vineyards is closely monitored. A selection was made of the very best fruit from the most mature vines and this was harvested exclusively by hand. After destalking the grapes are crushed with an extremely gentle roller system. Selected extraction enzymes and yeasts are used. The wine was fermented gently over a long period in order to extract maximum flavour whilst preserving primary aromatics. For further extraction the wine is left to macerate with the skins for 30 days after fermentation. It was bottled after a 3 month period of oak ageing. With an excellent intense ruby colour this wine is full of character and flavour. The palate shows delicious ripe but mature fruit with distinctive forest fruit aromas and a hint of oak-spice. It is has smooth, full body with a good firm structure and a very persistent, dry finish. (12 x 75 cl)

From the DFJ stable of wines, the winemake Jose Neiva has produced a wine that is dry and full bodied. The objective of DFJ is to promote Portuguese wines that use the traditional varietals. Using perfectly ripe Fernao Pires grapes have given this wine an excellent balance of mouth filling apple fruit and refreshing, crisp, lemony flavours.

Quinta da Boavista ESPIGA Rose Estremadura Portugal from Portugal, Estremadura, Alenquer by Quinta da Boavista Dry (12 x 75 cl)

with an attractive garnet colour, it is a complex and well balanced wine, with intense and persistent fruit aromas and a soft wood touch reminding vanilla. Overall, it is an harmonious and pleasant wine. Recommendations: Ideal to accompany game, pasta, lamb, cheese and nuts. (12 x 75 cl)

Quinta da Boavista ESPIGA Branco Estremadura Portugal from Portugal, Estremadura by Quinta da Boavista Fruity Dry Whites (12 x 75 cl)