This wine is a great example of old meeting new and creating something unique. The Jose Maria da Fonseca winery is one of the oldest in Portugal, and the Soares Franco family that owns it has been in the wine business for over 200 years. The label takes a more modern approach while still using grape varieties native to Portugal (Castelao, Touriga Nacional, and Touriga Francesca). You also see a more modern touch in the production, and the resulting wine shows a lovely balance of fruit, acidity, and spice.