Dow's
Dow's Quinta Senhora da Ribeira Vintage Port
4.8
Expert Rating
4.5
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Dow's Quinta Senhora da Ribeira Vintage Port is a premium fortified wine produced by Dow's, a renowned producer of Port wines. The grapes used to make this wine are grown in the Quinta Senhora da Ribeira vineyard, located in the Douro Valley appellation of Portugal. The vineyard features steep slopes and schist soils, which contribute to the wine's unique character. The winemaking process involves traditional methods, including foot treading and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is a rich and complex Vintage Port, with notes of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the finest quality Port wines.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Dow's Quinta Senhora da Ribeira Vintage Port delivers an exceptional tasting experience.This Port wine entices with its deep, opaque color and seductive aromas of ripe black fruits, such as blackberries and plums, interwoven with hints of violets and dark chocolate. On the palate, it showcases an impressive concentration of flavors, revealing layers of blackcurrants, cherries, and licorice, accompanied by subtle notes of spice and tobacco. The velvety texture and firm tannins create a harmonious balance and a long, lingering finish. Dow's Quinta Senhora da Ribeira Vintage Port exemplifies the elegance and complexity that make Vintage Ports so renowned, making it a true delight for Port wine enthusiasts.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
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2072
Profile
Sweetness:
Sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Very high
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Touriga Nacional
Touriga Franca
ORIGINS
Winery: Dow's
Region: Douro
The Douro Valley in Portugal is one of the oldest and most iconic wine regions in the world. Located in the north of the country, the region is renowned for its stunning scenery and its production of world-class fortified wines.
The Douro Valley was first demarcated in 1756 and originally applied only to port production. It was extended to include table wine in 1979, with the first glimmer of the region’s potential for non-fortified still red wines appearing when port shippers Casa Ferreirinha launched Barca Velha in 1952. The focus on table wines did not take hold until the 1990’s, following Portugal’s accession to the EU.CUSTOMER RATING
4.5
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