Sexy Wines from Portugal

(WPRI) - There are three wines that are new to the United States, and they come directly from the vineyards of Portugal.

Winemaker António Maçanita, also from Portugal, joined The Rhode Show to discuss SEXY wine.

Three wines featured in this segment:

SEXY White:
· A fusion wine blending Portuguese and French varietals to produce a delicious white that is aromatic, fresh and packed with floral and fruit aromas.
· Winemaker's notes: Pale lemon colour with aromas of tropical fruit and orange blossom. Medium bodied, fine textural presence in the mouth, good balance between fruit and refreshing acidity.
· Food Pairing: Well matched with grilled fish or simple dishes of pasta al dente that are enhanced by a wine that has considerable fruit presence and freshness.

SEXY Red:
· A fusion wine blending leading Portuguese and French varietals to produce a delicious red that is young, warm, fruity and medium-bodied.
· Winemaker's notes: Deep ruby-violet color with an intense aroma of dark woodland fruits; undertones of toast and caramel from French oak. Concentrated, with full-bodied ripe tannins and great fruit intensity.
· Food Pairing: Enjoy with well-flavored dishes of either red or more elaborately prepared white meats. A wine that can accompany both traditional and modern cuisine.

SEXY Rose:
· A gourmet rosé that is a fusion of leading Portuguese and French varietals that produce a wine with considerable depth and complexity.
· Winemaker's notes: Clear ruby-cherry colour. The strawberry fragrance of Aragonez combines with the floral notes of Touriga Nacional while the Syrah gives characteristic delicious juicy red fruit. The creamy texture on the palate and a sensation of sweetness is perfectly balanced with a refreshing level of acidity.
· Food Pairing: Well matched to a range of lighter dishes such as seafood, pork and chicken. Surprisingly successful with more strongly flavored Indian, Thai and Japanese cuisines that are enhanced by a wine that combines a medium-body, notable fruitiness and considerable freshness.

Find SEXY Wine at 1776 in Bristol and Patriot Wine & Spirits in Warren. Find more local retailers by visiting us on the web at www.TheSexyWine.com and Facebook/sexywineus .