2012 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa, Tinta Roriz, Tinto Cão and Sousão predominate among traditional Douro varieties
Classification Colheita (dated Tawny Port)
Region Porto
Estate Grown Yes
Fermentation Vessels Traditional lagares at Quinta do Noval
Barrel Size 640
Bottling Date 2023
Production Details Harvest began one week later than normal. The grapes were foot-trodden and fermented in traditional lagares, then the wine was matured in old 640-litre cascos until bottling. The recommended serving-temperature range is 9–14°C.
Tasting Notes Rich and complex; spicy and liquorice notes, toasted almonds, dried fruits, zesty citrus, youthful fruit, toffee and spice
2007 Technical Specifications
Classification Colheita (dated Tawny Port)
Region Porto
Fermentation Vessels Traditional lagares at Quinta do Noval
Barrel Size 640
Bottling Date 2021
Production Details The grapes were foot-trodden and fermented in traditional lagares, and the wine was matured in old 640-litre cascos until bottling. The recommended serving-temperature range is 9–14°C.
Tasting Notes Amber with a darker tawny core; intense and concentrated; spicy, liquorice, toasted almond, youthful fruit, citrus and mineral notes; velvety, lively and rich
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2005 Technical Specifications
Classification Colheita (dated Tawny Port)
Region Porto
Fermentation Vessels Traditional lagares at Quinta do Noval
Barrel Size 640
Bottling Date 2020
Production Details The grapes were foot-trodden and fermented in traditional lagares, and the wine was matured in old 640-litre cascos until bottling. The recommended serving-temperature range is 9–14°C.
Tasting Notes Complex and nutty with elegant fruit, silky texture, a soft tannic backbone, exotic flavours, caramel, sweetness, richness and a long smooth finish
Food Pairing Cheeses and almond tart
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Vale de Mendiz, 5085-110 Pinhão, Portugal
Phone
+351 22 3770270
Email
Owner
AXA Millésimes
Cellarmaster
Carlos Agrellos