Quinta do Crasto
Quinta do Crasto Vintage Port
4.3
Expert Rating
4.1
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Quinta do Crasto, a 130-hectare estate, lies along the Douro River's right bank in Gouvinhas, Portugal. Its name, "Crasto," originates from the Latin word for "Roman Fort." The estate, owned by the Roquette family, excels in producing premium Douro and Port wines, along with extra virgin olive oil. It's renowned in Portugal's winemaking landscape. Quinta do Crasto also welcomes wine tourism, offering a deeper connection to its high-quality products and picturesque surroundings.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Quinta do Crasto Vintage Port is a renowned fortified wine from Portugal.This particular vintage is known for its exceptional quality and rich flavors. The wine exhibits a deep, dark color with a complex bouquet of black fruits, dried figs, and hints of spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied and velvety, with intense flavors of blackberry, plum, and dark chocolate. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and lingering finish. Quinta do Crasto Vintage Port is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the elegance and complexity of a well-aged fortified wine.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
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Profile
Sweetness:
Luscious
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Very high
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Tinta Barroca
Touriga Nacional
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
4.1
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