Quinta do Vallado
Quinta do Vallado Porto 30 Years Old Tawny
4.3
Expert Rating
4.5
Most Reviewed
Non-vintage
Price not availableWINE DESCRIPTION
Quinta do Vallado Porto 30 Years Old Tawny, hailing from the illustrious Douro region, is a fortified wine that skillfully blends Tinta Roriz, Tinta Amarela, Tinta Franca, and more. Its character unfolds in an aromatic symphony, merging the essences of dried fruits and honey. On the palate, it ignites a sensory explosion, marked by subtle notes of orange jam and an enduring, lingering finish. This wine's optimal serving temperature is 12ºC, and it harmonizes delightfully with chocolate praline, hazelnuts, assorted cheeses, and nut pudding. Aged meticulously in time-honored 600-liter oak casks and vintage oak vats, this wine epitomizes the art of graceful maturation, promising a luxuriously captivating experience.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Quinta do Vallado Porto 30 Years Old Tawny, a masterful fortified wine, reflects the producer's expertise.Aged for three decades, it offers complexity and sophistication. The nose reveals dried fruit, including figs, dates, and raisins, intertwined with caramel, toasted nuts, and a hint of spice. The palate boasts a velvety texture with rich dried fruit flavors, hints of honey, butterscotch, and subtle nuttiness. Perfect sweetness balance yields a lush, enduring finish. This Tawny demands slow sipping to appreciate its depth. Pair it with crème brûlée or fine cheeses for a sublime experience. A testament to the artistry of winemaking.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
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 (5)
Tinta Amarela
Tinta Roriz
ORIGINS
Winery: Quinta do Vallado
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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