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Portugal Ramos Vinhos | Vinho Verde Unique and impressive wines are produced in Portugal. With this in mind, together with the usual spirit of adventure, João Portugal Ramos headed north. He elected the Monção and Melgaço sub-regions in Vinho Verde, to embrace his new project where the terroir makes it possible to produce distinctive wines with unique character. These impressive and captivating wines are creating an increasing demand not only in the Portuguese market, but abroad. Antonina Barbosa was selected to be the lead winemaker of these properties; with her expertise, dedication and roots in the region, she was the ideal selection. She began her career as an academic, researching volatile aromatic compounds in wines at the Biotechnology School at Catholic University in Porto, where she received an oenology masters and a biochemistry degree. J Portugal Ramos Loureiro (DOC Vinho Verde) Made by João, Lima is a serious expression of the Vinho Verde region. It is made entirely of the Loureiro grape, which is the most aromatic component of the classic Vinho Verde blend. It is not injected with a CO2 spritz so it does not distract from the signature citrus character of the grape. The resulting wine is more aromatic and fuller-bodied than many others from the region, making this the rare Vinho Verde that can stand up to cooler weather. 2016 : 88 WE | 2015 : 88 WE, 87 WS | 2014 : WE Best Buy | 2013 : 90 WE | 2012 : WE Best Buy

J Portugal Ramos Alvarinho (DOC Vinho Verde) This wine is a pure expression of Alvarinho. Partially fermented in new French oak barrels and temperature- controlled stainless steel to ensure bright tropical fruit and floral aromas with good minerality. This wine is both elegant and engaging, with vivacious acidity and a lingering finish. 2014 : 91 WE | 2013 : 91 WE | 2012 : 91 WE

J Portugal Ramos Rose (DOC Vinho Verde) This Vinho Verde rose is a blend of Portugal’s most noble grape Touriga Nacional, and two grapes native to the region – Padeiro and Espareido. The sourcing of the grapes comes from the sub-regions of Lima and Cavado in the Vinho Verde region. The grapes are macerated for a short time for greater texture and then fermented cool in stainless steel tanks to preserve the refreshing acidity and youthful fruitiness. The wine is lightly fined for a brilliant clarity and then bottled for immediate enjoyment. 2016 : 88 V | 2015 : 87 WA

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