Royal Oporto
Royal Oporto Vintage Port
3.8
Expert Rating
3.6
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Royal Oporto Vintage Port is a premium fortified wine produced by the renowned Royal Oporto brand. This wine is made from grapes grown in the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its steep terraced vineyards and unique microclimate. The vineyards are planted with traditional grape varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, and Tinta Roriz, amongst others, which are carefully handpicked at optimal ripeness. The winemaking process involves traditional foot treading in granite lagares, followed by aging in oak barrels for several years. The resulting wine is a rich and complex blend of dark fruit flavors, with notes of chocolate, spice, and a long, smooth finish. Royal Oporto Vintage Port is a perfect choice for special occasions and pairs well with strong cheeses and chocolate desserts.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
A well-aged and classic Vintage Port from Royal Oporto, this fortified wine is an excellent example of a well-crafted Portuguese style.It has aromas of dark fruits, coffee, and spices that combine to form a complex bouquet. The palate is full of flavor and richness, with a well-rounded body that is balanced by lively acidity. Rich flavors of blackberry, fig, and plum are complemented by a touch of oak and a hint of licorice. It finishes with a long and lingering finish that leaves an impression of intense sweetness. An excellent choice for those who appreciate a fine Vintage Port.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2063
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:
Smooth
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Touriga Nacional
Touriga Franca
ORIGINS
Winery: Royal Oporto
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
3.6
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