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). Messias 10 years Old White Port 6 x 0.50L DESCRIPTION The company was founded in 1926 by Mr. Messias Baptista, who served as chairman until 1973. The management is still held by the descendants of MESSIAS family. Since its foundation that MESSIAS has been producing and selling high quality wines from the main demarcated regions: Bairrada, Douro, Dão, Vinho Verde, Beiras and Vinho do Porto. The company is also known for the high quality of its Champagne method Sparkling wines and aged Brandies. MESSIAS is based at Mealhada, a small city in central Portugal, in the heart of Bairrada region. Here the company has over 60,000 square meters of plants, and approximately 160 ha of vineyards, of which 70 are dedicated to the production of the famous wines of The Quinta do Valdoeiro (Estate). At Ferradosa (Douro Valley), Messias owns 200 ha of land being, 110 ha occupied with vineyards for the production of Port Wine and Douro Quinta do Cachão. There are over 5,000 square meters, for wine making, stocking and ageing. The bottling of Vinho do Porto takes place at Vila Nova de Gaia in 10,000 square meters area. A branch office and shipment division are based there. WINEMAKER: Ana Urbano. AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS 90 Points, Robert Parker 89 Points, Decanter World Wine Awards 88 points, Wine Enthusiast 16.5 Points, Vinho Grandes Escolhas 16.5 points, Revista de Vinhos WINE VARIETIES: Malvasia Fina, Rabigato, Códega do Larinho & Viosinho. VINIFICATION Pelicular maceration; fermentation at a controlled temperature (18-20ºC). Fermentation interrupted by the addiction of brandy (77%vol), ageing in oak wood barrels for a minimum period of ten years, in our warehouses in Vila Nova de Gaia, till bottling. TASTING NOTES 10 Years old white port wine with fine aroma of wood with notes of vanilla and spices, some hints of nutmeg. The palate confirms all the aromas, it leaves a good acidity combined with a long finish. SERVING Served chilled, it is an elegant aperitif. Wonderful with rich starters, such as foie gras, vol-au- -vent, scallop gratin or mushroom risotto. Being remarkably fresh despite the age, it is ideal with a crème brulée, a crispy crepe with custard or a spicy apple crumble. Goes perfectly with blue cheese, such as Stilton. Equally delicious on its own. Best served at a temperature between 8 and 10°C.