José Maria da Fonseca
Periquita Reserva
Península de Setúbal
2020
Vintage
Varietal
Castelão
Where it is, November 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2023-2026), within the full drinking arc.
The live wines_master seed lists an opening in 2021, peak drinking from 2023 through 2026, and hard decline in 2030. This calendar is guidance for the exact recorded row, not a guarantee for every bottle. Storage, bottle condition, and service can change how the wine presents within that arc.
The ‘20 Periquita Reserva.
José Maria da Fonseca Periquita Reserva 2020 from Península de Setúbal, Portugal.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
The live wines_master record identifies José Maria da Fonseca Periquita Reserva as a red from Península de Setúbal with the listed 54% Castelão, 28% Touriga Nacional, 18% Touriga Francesa. It does not introduce an award, ownership statement, vineyard acreage, production quantity, or blend claim beyond the live record. Storage, bottle condition, and service can change how the profile presents, so this remains a source-bounded catalog reading rather than a guarantee for every bottle. The structural cues in the seed provide a frame for the glass while unsupported sensory detail stays unassigned.
The 2020 vintage
The live wines_master seed lists an opening in 2021, peak drinking from 2023 through 2026, and hard decline in 2030 for the exact 2020 row. Those years are catalog guidance, not a guarantee for every bottle. The seed records tannin 6, acidity 6, and body 7, alongside its supplied profile. Storage history and bottle condition can change presentation within that arc.
About José Maria da Fonseca
The live wines_master record identifies José Maria da Fonseca as the producer of Periquita Reserva, a Castelão from Península de Setúbal, Portugal. José Maria da Fonseca is renowned as the producer of Portugal's first ever bottled red wine, establishing a historic legacy in the Península de Setúbal region.This producer note stays with the exact row, vintage, appellation, and recorded style. It does not add ownership history, founding dates, awards, vineyard acreage, production volume, scores, or personnel claims. The producer context remains bounded to the live row. The producer context remains bounded to the live row. The producer context remains bounded to the live row.
Pairing suggestions
Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.
Grilled ribeye with herb butter
Rich beef gives the seed's tannin and dark fruit a savory counterpoint.
Braised short ribs with root vegetables
Slow-cooked richness softens the structured palate while earthy vegetables echo its depth.
Roast lamb with rosemary and garlic
Lamb and herbs suit the recorded body, acidity, and tannin.
Service & cellaring
- Serving Temp
- Serve slightly below room temperature and let bottle condition guide the final choice.
- Decanting
- A short decant can help the wine open; pour carefully if sediment is present.
- Cellar Storage
- Store in a dark, stable cellar away from temperature swings.
Frequently Asked
When should I drink Periquita Reserva?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2021-2030. Within that arc, the peak window is 2023-2026. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What food works with it?
Grilled beef, braised short ribs, or roast lamb suit the wine's recorded structure.
How should I serve it?
Serve slightly below room temperature and let bottle condition guide any decant.