Quinta do Vallado10 Year Old Tawny Port NV (Half Litre)

Product code: 49
£23.50 inc VAT
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Portugal
Fortified Wine from
Douro, Portugal
Country
Country: Portugal
Region
Region: Douro
Type
Type: Fortified Wine
Winery
Winery: Quinta do Vallado
Alcohol
Alcohol: 19.50%
Volume
Volume: 500 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Francisco Ferreira & Francisco Olazabal
Grape
Grape: Port Blend
Grape: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca
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Country
Country: Portugal
Region
Region: Douro
Type
Type: Fortified Wine
Winery
Winery: Quinta do Vallado
Alcohol
Alcohol: 19.50%
Volume
Volume: 500 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Francisco Ferreira & Francisco Olazabal
Grape
Grape: Port Blend
Grape: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

Rich and velvety, with complex notes of dried fruit, praline, orange confit and nuances of tobacco through to a long, harmoniously balanced and complex finish.

Product Notes

An illustrious Quinta do Vallado 10 Year Old Tawny Port, renowned for its opulence and complexity of flavours. This delectable wine possesses a rich, amber hue, exuding intense aromas of dried fruits and spices acquired from a decade aging in oak barrels. This matured ageing process imparts a luxurious velvety texture and an exceptionally balanced, lingering finish. The abundant richness matches perfectly with cheese or chocolate desserts. Revelling in its Portuguese heritage, this Tawny Port rightfully sits on the upper echelons of fortified wines, tenderly crafted for discerning palates. Truly, a monumental expression of the Douro Valley's winemaking prowess.

About the Winery

Quinta do Vallado

Quinta do Vallado, established in 1716, is one of the oldest and most distinguished wine estates in the Douro Valley. Nestled in the heart of Portugal's renowned winemaking region, this family-owned winery personifies a long-standing tradition of excellence. An idyllic blend of historic character and modern innovation, Quinta do Vallado is the quintessence of Portuguese viticulture.

This noble winery covers a sprawling 70 hectares of vineyards, accentuated with century-old vines that produce both white and red varieties. Quinta do Vallado predominantly focuses on the production of Douro and Port wines, exhibiting a timeless allure. The vineyard's terroir laden with shale and granite significantly contributes to the distinct flavour profile of their wines.

The winery exhibits particularly unique characteristics for enthusiasts. Quinta do Vallado still maintains traditional granite lagares, where grapes are foot-treaded softly and meticulously. In addition, it boasts cutting-edge wine-making technology, offering a fascinating balance between antiquity and modernity.

The award-winning wines produced at Quinta do Vallado free of charge range from rich, full-bodied reds to crisp, refreshing whites. The true testament to the winery's brilliance, however, is perhaps its seductively sweet Port wine. It's a memorable nectar that leaves an everlasting impression on those lucky enough to savour it.

Besides producing stellar wines, Quinta do Vallado also offers delightful wine tours wherein guests can explore the historic vineyards, the modern wine cellars, and taste exquisite wines in the heart of the Douro Valley. Moreover, the estate have one of the most delightful wine hotels in Portugal, offering panoramic views of the breathtaking eco-sanctuary it resides in.

Quinta do Vallado is not just a winery; it's a rich wine experience rooted in centuries-old tradition. It's an invitation to taste the distillation of Portugal's rich history in a glass. So, make sure to pay a visit to this enchanting estate, to sip, savour and immerse in the magical world of Portuguese wine, if you're planning a trip to the magnificent Douro Valley.

http://www.quintadovallado.com

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