Vinification:
Maceration at an approximate temperature. from 28-30°C. Aging and aging in old wooden casks until bottling.
The cultivation of vines in the Douro, the first demarcated region in the world, is lost in the memory of time. Located in the northeast of Portugal, in the hydrographic basin of the River Douro, surrounded by mountains that give it particular characteristics, the region covers a total area of 250,000ha, being divided into three naturally distinct sub-regions.
Awards:
92 pts Wine Spectator
Type of Wine: | Tawny 40 Years Old |
Region: | Douro |
Veries: | Touriga Franca, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Roriz and Touriga Nacional |
Country of Origin: | Portugal |
Alcoholic Content: | 20% |
Capacity: | 75cl |
Harvest Year: | NV |
Producer: | Quinta do Portal |
Winemaker: | Paulo Coutinho |
Serve: | 13-14 °C |
Harmonization: | To enjoy your egg or dried fruit jam. If you want less traditional thrills, try it with a soft cheese, or even a strong cheese. |