WINE DESCRIPTION
Messias Colheita Port is a sublime example of Portugal's fortified wine expertise, produced by the esteemed Caves Messias, a winery with a history stretching back to 1926. This Colheita Port hails from the Douro Valley, a region renowned for its terraced vineyards along the Douro River. Made from a blend of traditional Portuguese grape varieties, this single-vintage Port undergoes extended aging in wooden casks, often for many years, enriching its complexity and elegance.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Messias Colheita Port radiates a rich, amber color with tinges of mahogany.The aroma is a complex tapestry of dried fruits, notably figs and raisins, intertwined with nuances of toasted almonds, caramel, and a hint of spice. As it meets the palate, the wine unfolds in layers—flavors of candied orange peel, dried apricots, and toffee emerge, beautifully balanced by notes of cinnamon and nutmeg. The mouthfeel is unctuous yet refined, with a lively acidity that ensures the wine doesn't feel overly sweet or heavy. The finish is incredibly long and sumptuous, leaving lingering notes of fruit and spice. This is a Colheita Port that epitomizes the style's luxurious texture and complex flavors, ideal for sipping and savoring.
EXPERT RATING
4.6
Profile
Sweetness:
Sweet
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Touriga Nacional
Tinta Barroca
ORIGINS
Winery: Messias
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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