Porto Colheita, Quinta da Romaneira 2009
Porto Colheita, Quinta da Romaneira 2009
Price: 58,33€
DESCRIPTION
Quinta da Romaneira Colheita Tawny Port 2009 comes from an exceptional vintage for the Douro. This Colheita is a refined blend combining 40% Touriga Franca, 30% Touriga Nacional, 15% Tinto Cão and 15% Tinta Roriz, aged 3 years in 640L French oak vats. It retains a freshness characteristic of the finest Colheita years while developing great complexity and aromatic richness. In the heart of the Douro Valley, Quinta da Romaneira embodies history and viticultural excellence. Already celebrated in the 19th century, this iconic estate entered a new era in 2004 thanks to a group of passionate investors, including Christian Seely, director of the Axa Millésimes properties including the renowned Quinta do Noval. Under the visionary direction of Seely and Antonio Agrellos, one of Portugal's most award-winning winemakers, the property has regained its former glory. Its 85 hectares of terraced vineyards on schist soils reveal the finest red grape varieties of the Douro, with Touriga Nacional covering nearly 40% of the vineyard.
On the nose, complex aromas of dried fruits, nuts and subtle woody touches. On the palate, sweet and velvety, with beautiful fruity richness and a long and pleasant finish. It pairs with walnut-based desserts or aged cheeses. Serve between 9 and 12°C. Ageing potential of 30 years and more.
REGION
Douro
Portugal
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Douro is one of the oldest demarcated wine regions in the world. Set along the river that gives it its name, it is divided into three subregions: Baixo Corgo (cooler climate, elegant wines), Cima Corgo (the historic heart, balance and complexity) and Douro Superior (hotter and drier, power and intensity).
Famous for its Ports, the Douro also produces exceptional dry red and white wines from native grapes such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz and Rabigato. Here, dizzying terraces, schist soils and ancestral know how give wines that combine character, elegance and long ageing potential.
Recommended for you:
Dried fruits, woody touches and a surprising freshness for a wine of this age, this Colheita 2009 is really well-made. Sip slowly with a walnut dessert or a fine aged cheese.