Colares Chitas Ramisco RSVA 1996

The Colares Chitas Ramisco Reserva is produced in the Colares wine region of Portugal, a unique coastal appellation known for its sandy soils and traditional viticulture.

This wine is made exclusively from the Ramisco grape variety, an indigenous Portuguese red grape native to the Colares region.

The grapes are hand-harvested from vines grown in sandy soils, which naturally protect against phylloxera. The wine undergoes traditional fermentation and is aged in oak barrels to develop complexity and structure before bottling as a Reserva.

• Appearance: Deep ruby red color with garnet hues.
• Aroma: Intense aromas of red berries, earthy notes, and subtle hints of spice and oak.
• Palate: Full-bodied with firm tannins, balanced acidity, and flavors of ripe cherries, plums, and a mineral finish.
• Finish: Long and persistent with elegant complexity.

• Grilled red meats such as beef or lamb
• Game dishes like wild boar or venison
• Hearty stews and casseroles
• Aged cheeses, particularly hard varieties