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Quinta Do Noval - Porto - Vintage - Rouge - 2020
Characteristics
Country / Region: Portugal
Vintage: 2020
Name: Porto
Grape variety: A blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa, Tinto Cão, Sousão & Tinta Roriz
Alcohol: 19.5 vol.
Color: Red
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Robert Parker: 92/100
Wine:
Born from a sunny and generous vintage, Quinta Do Noval's Porto Vintage Rouge 2020 displays surprising sweetness and sensuality, which contrast with its usual style. Perfectly ripe and delicately structured, this Porto offers immediate charm and is arguably the most seductive vintage in its youth, with great balance. However, it still develops superb density, a strong tannic structure, and a beautiful volume, all wrapped in remarkable finesse. A great Porto that has the ability to please everyone, from newcomers to the most demanding connoisseurs.Vinification:
Hand-picked from September 1 to 22. The grapes are crushed to obtain the must before macerating in "lagares", traditional stone vats.Aged 18 months in wooden barrels in the air-conditioned cellar of Quinta Do Noval.
Residual sugar: 115g/dm³.
Color:
Intense purple with brilliant highlights.Nose:
Ripe and subtle, with lovely aromas of jammy black fruits underlined by a hint of spice.Palate:
Rich and complex, this Port will delight your taste buds with its balanced, harmonious structure and finesse.
Temperature:
Serve between 15 and 17°C.Food and wine pairing:
Blue-veined cheeses, chocolate desserts, or simply as an aperitif.Cellar aging:
From now until 2032 and beyond for enthusiastsQuinta do Noval is among the select circle of great Port wine Houses. Nestled in the enchanting meanders of the Douro Valley, this institution crafts truly exceptional wines, some of the most exquisite vinous treasures on our planet. Too few enthusiasts have fully grasped the brilliance of these wines. Our close ties with the estate enable us to offer them to you under exceptional conditions. Don't miss out, as quantities are extremely limited!