Notes of: Leather

Notes of: Violet

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Licorice

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Blackcurrant

Quinta do Noval

Quinta do Noval Touriga Nacional Douro

Portugal, Douro

Red wine

4.6

Expert Rating

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Quinta do Noval Touriga Nacional is a distinguished wine crafted exclusively from Touriga Nacional grapes, cultivated in the vineyards of Quinta do Noval, nestled in the heart of the Douro Valley, Portugal. This exceptional wine undergoes a meticulous winemaking process, beginning with a 15-day fermentation in stainless steel tanks, followed by malolactic fermentation. The wine is then aged for 12 months in 225-liter French oak barrels, with 35% in new barrels. This carefully curated aging process imparts complexity and depth to the wine, resulting in a refined and expressive Touriga Nacional. Expect a wine that captures the essence of the Douro terroir, showcasing the varietal's bold character with rich fruit flavors and nuanced oak influences.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Quinta do Noval Touriga Nacional Douro is an exceptional wine that showcases the unique characteristics of the Touriga Nacional grape variety grown in the Douro region.On the nose, Quinta do Noval Touriga Nacional Douro offers an enticing bouquet of dark fruits such as blackberry and plum, accompanied by hints of violet and spice. The aromas are rich and complex, inviting you to explore further. Upon tasting, this wine reveals a full-bodied and velvety texture, with well-integrated tannins that provide structure and balance. The flavors are bold and luscious, with notes of black cherry, blackcurrant, and dark chocolate. There is also a touch of minerality that adds depth to the overall profile. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering impression of ripe fruit and subtle oak nuances. Quinta do Noval Touriga Nacional Douro is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but also has the potential to age gracefully, allowing its flavors to evolve and develop further complexity over time.

EXPERT RATING

4.6

Profile

Sweetness:

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:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Touriga Nacional

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

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