Formiga de Vellut

Narrative Tasting Note

In the glass, Formiga de Vellut displays a bright, deep cherry-red color of medium-high density with youthful garnet and purple highlights. The nose immediately unfolds a fresh, seductive, and markedly mineral bouquet: ripe dark and red fruit aromas —such as dark cherries, wild blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries— emerge harmoniously intertwined with pure cocoa, sweet vanilla, violet petals, black pepper, and a distinctive graphite, cold slate, and garrigue herb undertone. On the palate, it delivers a broad, warm entry with a surprisingly velvety texture; its mid-palate is fleshy, rounded, and well-structured, featuring sweet, polished tannins balanced by lively saline acidity bringing freshness. A long, persistent, mineral, and delightful finish leaves an unforgettable echo of dark fruit preserves and fine oak notes.

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