Calem Port Wine Velhotes Ruby, 0.75l

General Characteristics

• Product type: Port wine (fortified wine)

• Category: Ruby Port (or Fine Ruby)

• Volume: $0,75\text{ liters}$

• Alcohol content: Typically $19\%$ to $19,5\%$ Vol.

• Grape varieties: Cuvée of traditional red Douro grapes, such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, and Tinta Barroca.

• Aging: Matures for about two to four years in large oak barrels or stainless steel tanks. This short aging in large containers ensures that the intense red color and primary fruit aromas are preserved.

Sensory Profile and Taste

The Velhotes Ruby is a versatile port, full of energy and youthful fruitiness:

• Color: Deep, intense ruby red with a garnet shimmer (halo). The color is dense and youthful.

• Aroma (Nose): A lively bouquet full of young and fruity aromas. Ripe dark and red berries dominate, such as plum, cherry, and red fruits. Subtle nuances of vanilla or a hint of "Rumtopf" (fruit stew) can often be found.

• Taste (Palate): Firm, yet soft and balanced. It shows great freshness and power. The taste is intensely fruity, with a pleasant sweetness and a full body. Sometimes light notes of caramel or vanilla come through.

• Finish: Medium length, fruity, and smooth.

Serving Recommendation

The Cálem Velhotes Ruby is a versatile port, often served at the end of a meal:

• Serving temperature: Best served lightly chilled at 15∘Cto18∘C.

• Food pairing: It is a classic partner for chocolate desserts, dark cakes, berries, and especially strong blue cheese (e.g., Stilton). It can also be used as an aperitif or in cocktails.