Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Prune

Notes of: Blackcurrant

Notes of: Blueberry

Notes of: Dark Chocolate

Notes of: Cherry

Quinta do Crasto

Quinta do Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa

Portugal, Douro

Red wine

4.5

Expert Rating

4.8

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Quinta do Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa is a highly sought-after wine that showcases the expertise of its producer. Hailing from the prestigious Douro Valley, this wine is crafted from grapes grown in the renowned Vinha Maria Teresa vineyard. The vineyard's unique features, such as its old vines and steep slopes, contribute to the exceptional quality of the wine. Meticulous winemaking techniques are employed to ensure that the wine embodies elegance and finesse. With its rich and complex style, Quinta do Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa is a true gem that wine enthusiasts will appreciate.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Quinta do Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa is an exceptional wine that showcases the best of the Douro region in Portugal.On the nose, Quinta do Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa offers a complex bouquet of ripe black fruits, such as blackberries and plums, accompanied by elegant floral notes and hints of spice. The aromas are intense and inviting, promising a rich and rewarding tasting experience. Upon tasting, this wine reveals a full-bodied and well-structured character. The ripe fruit flavors continue to dominate, with layers of blackcurrant, black cherry, and dark chocolate. The tannins are firm yet velvety, providing a smooth and lingering finish. Quinta do Crasto Vinha Maria Teresa is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but it also has great aging potential. With proper cellaring, it will continue to develop and evolve, revealing even more complexity and depth over time.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2055

Profile

Sweetness:

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 (1)

Blend

ORIGINS

Winery: Quinta do Crasto

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

4.8

0 Review