Notes of: Leather

Notes of: Strawberry

Notes of: Prune

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Licorice

Notes of: Overripe Fruit

Quinta do Noval

Quinta do Noval Silval Vintage Port

Portugal, Douro

Red fortified wine

4.3

Expert Rating

4.1

Regularly Reviewed

Price not available

WINE DESCRIPTION

Quinta do Noval Silval Vintage Port is a premium fortified wine produced by the renowned Portuguese winery, Quinta do Noval. This vintage port is made from grapes grown in the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its steep terraced vineyards and unique microclimate. The vineyard features old vines that produce low yields of high-quality grapes, resulting in a rich and complex wine. The winemaking process involves traditional foot treading and aging in oak barrels, which adds depth and character to the wine. Silval Vintage Port is known for its intense fruit flavors, balanced acidity, and smooth tannins, making it a perfect choice for special occasions or as a gift for wine enthusiasts. Quinta do Noval does not produce this wine anymore.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This vintage port from Quinta do Noval has a deep ruby hue, with aromas of ripe cherries, blackberries and plums, lightly spiced with notes of nutmeg and cinnamon.On the palate, the tannins are soft and velvety, balanced with dark chocolate and touches of black pepper. The finish is long, with a pleasant sweetness that lingers on the tongue. A well-matured wine, a fitting end to a special evening.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

Profile

Sweetness:

Sweet

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Very high

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Smooth

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (4)

Touriga Nacional

Touriga Franca

Tinta Roriz

ORIGINS

Winery: Quinta do Noval

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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