Quinta Das Carvalhas, 2005 Vintage Port
Vintage Port, Douro
Bottle size: 75cl
ABV: 20%
Price:
$68.54 USD
Description
The 2005 Quinta das Carvalhas Vintage Port is a classic example of a robust and age-worthy port wine from one of the oldest and most prestigious vineyards in the Douro Valley.
Tasting Notes
The wine exhibits a deep, almost opaque ruby colour, typical of younger vintage ports. On the nose, it presents an intense bouquet of dark fruits, such as blackberries and plums, with additional layers of spice, chocolate, and subtle floral notes. The palate is rich, full-bodied, with concentrated flavours of ripe black fruits, dark chocolate, licorice, and earthiness. It has firm tannins and well-balanced acidity, making it suitable for long-term aging.
Serving Tips & Food Pairing
When mature this port will need to be decanted to remove sediment. Serve at room temperature on its own, with steak or vintage mature blue cheeses or top quality chocolate.
Quinta das Carvalhas, a prestigious estate in Portugal's Douro Valley, is known for its high-quality wines and stunning vineyard landscapes. Established in 1864, the estate has over 500 acres of vineyards planted with traditional Portuguese grape varieties. Quinta das Carvalhas produces a variety of wines, including fortified Port wines and stills, including Carvalhas Tinto, Vinhas Velhas, Reserva, and Vintage Port. Visitors can explore the estate, taste its wines, and enjoy stunning views of the Douro Valley.
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How to store your Vintage Port
Vintage Port, like all fine wines, prefers to remain undisturbed, lying on its side in a dark and at least slightly humid place at a stable temperature of between 10°C and 14°C to mature properly.
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Condition
Excellent
Reviews
16,5 pts Revista de Vinhos -
Deep purple in colour, with concentrated aromas of black plum fruit vegetable, such as rock rose, blackberry, red fruits on a background of wild. The palate is sweet velvet, a sweet fruit, firm tannins ripe and very round, full of elegance and long finish and persistent.