Quinta do Noval Vintage 2023

Quinta do Noval Vintage Port is characterised by its purity of fruit and a fine, delicate quality that is typical of the wines of the property in general, but which finds its most remarkable and enduring expression in the Vintage Ports. Equilibrium, harmony, finesse and elegance characterise our great Vintage Ports, which are declared only when we are certain that the year has produced a blend, however small, that is worthy of bearing the name of Quinta do Noval Vintage Port.

Grape Varieties: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa, Sousão, Field Blend As usual, we have made a rigorous selection of the best batches of wines from different parcels of the Quinta. This year's blend is made up of seven different lots from the Pinhão valley and one from the Roncão valley.

Tasting Notes: The Quinta do Noval Vintage Port 2023 shows a deep colour and clear floral aromas as well as black cherry, redcurrant followed by a subtle touch of spice. Notes of fig, cocoa and dried flowers also emerge. The palate is full-bodied, with firm tannins, balanced acidity and well-defined fruit. The structure is solid, with a mineral component that adds precision. The finish is long and persistent, showing purity and clear ageing potential.

Vinification: Traditional vinification in the lagares, granite stone vats of the Quinta, with foot treading to obtain the must and to ensure the best possible extraction of aromas, colour and tannins during fermentation.

Ageing: It is matured for 18 months in wooden casks in the air-conditioned cellars of the Quinta, at the demarcated region of the Douro Valley before bottling.

Serving: Great ageing potential: from 4 to 50 years after bottling. Serve at cellar temperature (15-17°C). Drink within 48h after opening.

Winemaker: Ausenda Matos