1983 Casa Ferreirinha, Barca Velha Red 1 x 0.75L DESCRIPTION Sogrape is Portugal's leading wine company, with an unparalleled presence, top brands and exceptional vineyards in the country’s main wine-growing regions: Vinho Verde, Douro/Porto, Dão, Bairrada, Bucelas and the Alentejo. Sogrape combines its in-house production with the purchasing of grapes from thousands of growers in a collective effort which nurtures – and brings to the world – the very best in Portuguese wines. Casa Ferreirinha is the pioneer brand and leader in non-fortified Douro wines, with a history of more than 250 years, always in family hands. Knowledge and excellence are just some of the things that make Casa Ferreirinha a benchmark in the world of wines. Barca Velha is the epitome, the first, unquestionable symbol of the highest quality of Douro wines. Classic, intense, complex, elegant and rich, there are few adjectives to describe what has been, since its creation in 1952, the most celebrated Portuguese wine. Barca Velha is the basis on which the reputation of Casa Ferreirinha was formed, the specialist brand with the greatest tradition of quality in the Douro and one of its main global references. Barca Velha is only declared in truly exceptional years WINEMAKER: Fernando Nicolau de Almeida. TASTING NOTES Garnet red color with brownish reflections, showing its evolution. Notes of dried fruit, spices, leather, tobacco and light balsamic touches, complemented by nuances of well-integrated wood. Complex and sophisticated palate, with elegant and well-polished tannins. Balanced acidity and a long, persistent finish, marked by notes of ripe fruit, spices and a light earthy touch. SERVING It is suggested that it be savoured calmly, paired with more elaborate meat dishes, game and even some cheeses, with exquisite, well integrated flavours. It should be placed vertically the day before drinking and opened 2 to 3 hours before serving. With so many years in the bottle, the wine should be carefully decanted to separate its natural sediment. Ideally, it should be served at 16ºC-18ºC. PLEASE NOTE: This is a recurring auction. The seal number(s) you see on the photos might differ from the one(s) on your bottle(s).