Moscatel Reserva 10 Years Rubrica Venâncio da Costa Lima 50cl – Muscat

Moscatel Reserva 10 Years Rubrica Venâncio da Costa Lima 50cl – Muscat

Region: Peninsula de Setúbal, Portugal

Type of wine: Fortified

Grapes: Moscatel de Setúbal – (Setúbal Muscat)

Tasting Notes:
Amber color. Complex aromas of raisins, nuts and honey. Dense, soft, aromatic mouth and sweet and long finish.

Producer: Venancio Costa Lima

The Founder Venâncio da Costa Lima was born in 1892 Quinta do Anjo Town, in a modest family. His mother died when he was very young and he was raised by his aunt and uncle, on a farm.

He quickly diversified his business, trading essentially in agricultural products.

In 1914 he founded the Casa Agrícola Venâncio da Costa Lima, in Quinta do Anjo. Primarily focused on selling wine, olive oil and grain, later he waws specialised exclusively in the production and sale of wine.
Between the 1930 and 1950, Venâncio da Costa Lima was the second largest wine producer in the region.

During his lifetime, he became a highly recognised and esteemed person in the region.