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2018 Wine and Port Vintage

Vintage Summary and Recommendations: Welcome to Vintage Wine and Port's 2018 wine page. Read on for our summary of the 2018 vintage, our top recommendations and region reports. Scroll down to see all of our wines currently available. If you cannot find what you are looking for please call us on 01425 837177 or Contact Us. We would love to help you with your wine choice!

The 2018 wine vintage was, overall, very successful. For Europe, the 2018 summer was a particular sizzler, in some cases rivalling that of 2003, and had a profound effect on many of the wine regions.

Our Wine Expert currently recommends the following wines for this year:

  • Sandeman 2018 Vintage Port
  • Barolo 2018 Elio Grasso Gavarini Chiniera
  • Chateau Musar 2018 Bekaar Valley Gaston Hochar
  • Chateau Laville Sauternes Bordeaux 2018
  • Kopke 2018 Late Bottled Vintage Port

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    This Year in History: Fun Fact: In 2018, the treadmill celebrated its 200-year anniversary. Originally, it was designed as a torture device. Some may argue it still is!!!
    Eurovision Winner: Israel won with the song "Toy" by Netta.
    Top Grossing Movie: Avengers: Infinity War.
     
    Portugal: The 2018 Vintage is aptly described by wine makers as a "rollercoaster of a vintage". A drought throughout winter gave way to exceptionally high rainfall and hail in spring. This was followed by sporadic heatwaves throughout summer. Fortunately the spring rains had replenished the water table and the grapes were healthy when it came to selection. In an unusual year such as 2018, the winemakers skills and experience are critical in producing a good wine. Those winemakers who carefully selected grapes prospered. As a result, there is no defining characteristic of the vintage as a whole, such as would be found in a long hot summer. Instead there are some very interesting ports that are more representative of the terroir.

    After a run of declared vintages 2016/17 it was highly unlikely that 2018 would be universally declared. Sandeman who did not declare their outstanding 2017 were the fist to declare a classic vintage. This was followed by Sogevinous (Calem, Kopke, Burmester, Barros), Quevedo and regular declarations from Vesuvio and Noval. Surprisingly Taylors declared their 2018 (following 16/17) but will not sell it until 2021. QUANTITIES ARE TINY. Whether it's due to careful selection, Corona virus or just a desire not to overload the market, producers have only produced a fraction of normal volumes (roughly 1/3 of normal production). Read more in our 2018 Vintage Port blog


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    Maynard's Port, 2018

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    Late Bottled Vintage Port
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    A rare chance to purchase an aged Unfiltered Late Bottled Vintage Port. T

    Maynard's history dates back to 1652 when Walter Maynard, the illustrious ancestor of the Van Zeller family, became one of the first British merchants to ship Port from Oporto

    Unfiltered LBV Ports, if stored in a cool place (store approximately 8°C to 10°C) after the bottle has been opened, can provide enjoyment for two sometimes three weeks. For filtered LBV Ports, these typically can last up to 10 to 12 days after being open, without any obvious deterioration of quality.


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    Price: $19.43 USD
    Stock: 103 in Stock

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    Palmer Port, 2018

    Late Bottled Vintage Port

    Palmer Late Bottled Vintage Port - Exclusive to VWP.

    Tasting Notes: This LBV Port is deep in colour, violet, dark red and purple. Very good concentration of mature dark red fruit aromas, with a very typical predominance and blackberries, black cherries, plums’ jam and cassis. Elegant and smooth, Palmers 2018 LBV Port has a great balance and finesse and a very long and fruity finish.

    Food Pairing:
    This Late Bottled Vintage Port pairs best with goat cheese, almonds, blue cheese, brownies, nuts, and chocolate.

    STORAGE
    The wine is ready to drink and does not require decanting. The bottle should be kept upright and protected from direct sunlight.
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    Price: $25.93 USD
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    Quevedo, 2018

    Late Bottled Vintage Port, Douro
    ***90 Points- SILVER Winner - IWC 2024***

    This 2018 Late Bottled Vintage Port Wine from Quevedo is made from the grapes of a single vintage year, aged longer in casks than traditional vintage ports, and is ready to drink upon release.

    Tasting Notes
    Deep ruby with purple highlights, with an intense aroma of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and plums, with subtle hints of spice, chocolate, and eucalyptus. The palate is full-bodied and rich, with flavours of ripe dark fruits, dark chocolate, licorice, and black pepper. The tannins are firm yet well-integrated, providing structure and balance. The finish is long and persistent, with a fruity and slightly spicy aftertaste.
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    Price: $29.82 USD
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    Quevedo, 2018

    Vintage Port - MAGNUM Bottle (1.5L), Douro
    ***94 Points - Robert Parker- Wine Advocate***

    Please note that these are MAGNUM (1.5lt Bottles )

    Oscar and Claudia Quevedo have recently declared their 2018 Quevedo Vintage port. This follows their acclaimed 2017 Vintage.

    2018 was a roller-coaster of a year with an exceptionally wet spring followed by a summer punctuated by heatwaves. Whilst not a general declaration, the ports we have tasted are excellent. Quevedo, who have a several prime vineyards, each with their own micro-climate, were able to select the best grapes to blend into their vintage and the result is a port worthy of its declaration.

    Tasting Notes:
    The 2018 Quevedo Vintage port is big and bold on the palate with tons of opulent black fruit.
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    Price: $167.64 USD
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    Quevedo, 2018

    Vintage Port HALF Bottle (37.5cl) DOC Douro
    ***94 Points - Robert Parker- Wine Advocate***

    Oscar and Claudia Quevedo have recently declared their 2018 Quevedo Vintage port. This follows their acclaimed 2017 Vintage.

    2018 was a roller-coaster of a year with an exceptionally wet spring followed by a summer punctuated by heatwaves. Whilst not a general declaration, the ports we have tasted are excellent. Quevedo, who have a several prime vineyards, each with their own micro-climate, were able to select the best grapes to blend into their vintage and the result is a port worthy of its declaration.

    Tasting Notes:
    The 2018 Quevedo Vintage port is big and bold on the palate with tons of opulent black fruit.
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    Price: $42.82 USD
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    Quevedo, 2018

    Vintage Port, DOC Douro
    ***94 Points - Robert Parker- Wine Advocate***

    2018 Vintage Port from Quevedo: A very limited quantity was produced with the best grapes of the 2018 harvest. Bottled 2 years after the harvest, the Vintage Port will keep developing inside the bottle and your patience will be rewarded after a few decades.

    2018 was a roller-coaster of a year with an exceptionally wet spring followed by a summer punctuated by heatwaves. Whilst not a general declaration, the ports we have tasted are excellent. Quevedo, who have several prime vineyards, each with their own micro-climate, were able to select the best grapes to blend into their vintage and the result is a port worthy of its declaration.
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    Price: $77.91 USD
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    Quevedo, 2018

    Vintage Port, DOC Douro
    ***94 Points - Robert Parker- Wine Advocate***

    2018 Vintage Port from Quevedo: A very limited quantity was produced with the best grapes of the 2018 harvest. Bottled 2 years after the harvest, the Vintage Port will keep developing inside the bottle and your patience will be rewarded after a few decades.

    2018 was a roller-coaster of a year with an exceptionally wet spring followed by a summer punctuated by heatwaves. Whilst not a general declaration, the ports we have tasted are excellent. Quevedo, who have several prime vineyards, each with their own micro-climate, were able to select the best grapes to blend into their vintage and the result is a port worthy of its declaration.
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    Price: $77.91 USD
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    Quinta da Devesa, 2018

    Vintage Port in presentation box, DOC Douro
    ***92 Points- Wine Advocate***

    Quinta da Devesa Vintage Port is an exceptional wine, produced from carefully selected grapes of the best plots, exclusively from the estate. Vinified traditionally in granite lagares, the ageing process occurred in oak vats before bottling, between the second and third year.

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    The 2018 Vintage Port is a 50/30 blend of Tinta Roriz and Tinta Barroca, with the rest Sousão, all aged in old balseiros (large upright barrels) for one year. It was bottled May 21, 2020, with 115 grams of residual sugar.
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    Price: $90.90 USD
    Stock: 18 in Stock

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    Burmester, 2018

    Quinta do Arnozelo Vintage Port, Douro
    In Wooden Gift Box
    Exclusive to Vintage Wine & Port
    **90 Points - Wine Advocate**

    Only a tiny quantity of Burmester Quinta do Arnozelo Vintage was produced in 2018, using the best grapes from the harvest. Vintage ports like this one are designed for long-term aging and can improve over decades. You can enjoy it now for its youthful fruit intensity, but it will develop more complexity and depth with time.

    Tasting Notes:
    The 2018 Burmester Vintage port is elegant, aromatic and of great finesse. You should expect floral aromas and flavours of blackberry, black cherry, plum with raisins, figs, chocolate and cinnamon spice. The 2018 vintage is generally known for its balanced structure, intense flavour, and smooth tannins.
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    Price: $77.91 USD
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    Kopke, 2018

    Quinta de Sao Luiz Vintage Port, DOC Douro
    Presented in original Kopke Gift Box

    Due to the small production we have been nominated as the exclusive UK stockists for the 2018 Kopke Vintage Port.

    Tasting Notes Concentrated and with a deep dark colour, fresh and exuberant on the nose with layered notes of black fruit, this Vintage stands out for its structure and balance, whilst delivering firm tannins, true to the style of Kopke's Vintage Single Quinta. Its crispy acidity combined with the layered Flavours of fruit fresh make this wine engaging, and the intense finish anticipates great ageing potential.

    Serving Tips & Storage When mature this port will need to be decanted to remove sediment.
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    Price: $97.40 USD
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    Kopke, 2018

    Late Bottled Vintage Port

    The 2018 Kopke Late Bottled Vintage Port wine is opaque and deep ebony colour. The nose is dominated by notes of ripe dark stone fruit and hints of cacao and chocolate, already showing the signs of some cask ageing. The mouth is full bodied and tight showing good acidity, fresh tannins as well as a long rich finish. Balancing the intensity of flavours, the Late Bottled Vintage Port is the ideal choice to serve with main courses of meat, like filet mignon encrusted four peppers and veal cutlet with Bérnaise sauce. Its versatility knows no borders, being perfect to combine with an exuberant cheesecake of chocolate mint, a pear and chocolate mille-feuille or simply to enjoy with cheeses of medium intensity.
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    Price: $29.82 USD
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    Messias, 2018

    Vintage Port, DOC Douro

    The 2018 Messias Vintage Port is a premium port wine produced by Caves Messias, a respected winery in the Douro Valley, Portugal. Vintage Port is crafted only in exceptional years from the best grapes harvested, and it is known for its rich and complex character making it a noteworthy addition to any cellar and a memorable wine to savour on special occasions. Ready to drink now but will mature harmoniously in the bottle until 2050+.

    Tasting Notes
    Deep, dark ruby or nearly opaque. Rich, concentrated aromas of ripe dark fruits like blackberries, blackcurrants, and plums, with floral notes, spices, and hints of chocolate and licorice.
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    Price: $64.91 USD
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    Quinta Das Carvalhas, 2018

    Vintage Port, DOC Douro
    95 Points - Mark Squires Wine Advocate
    94 Points - Wine Enthusiast
    94 Points James Suckling

    The 2018 Vintage Port is a standout offering from one of the most prestigious estates in the Douro Valley. This port is crafted from a blend of traditional Douro grape varieties, sourced from old vines at Quinta das Carvalhas, which is known for producing top-quality, age-worthy port wines.

    Tasting Notes
    Deep, almost opaque purple with a complex aroma of ripe black fruits, violet, spice, and chocolate. Its full-bodied, robust tannins and deep flavours of dark fruit, chocolate, and minerality make it an ideal choice for aging. Although enjoyed young for its fruit intensity, it will develop complexity and smoothness over time, making it ideal for cellaring.
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    Price: $58.41 USD
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    Quinta Das Carvalhas, 2018

    Vintage Port, Douro
    Includes Wooden gift Box
    ***95 Points - Mark Squires- Wine Advocate***
    ***94 Points - Wine Enthusiast***
    93 Points James Suckling

    The 2018 Vintage Port is a standout offering from one of the most prestigious estates in the Douro Valley. This port is crafted from a blend of traditional Douro grape varieties, sourced from old vines at Quinta das Carvalhas, which is known for producing top-quality, age-worthy port wines.

    Tasting Notes
    Deep, almost opaque purple with a complex aroma of ripe black fruits, violet, spice, and chocolate. Its full-bodied, robust tannins and deep flavours of dark fruit, chocolate, and minerality make it an ideal choice for aging. Although enjoyed young for its fruit intensity, it will develop complexity and smoothness over time, making it ideal for cellaring.
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    Price: $77.91 USD
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    Quinta Das Carvalhas, 2018

    Late Bottled Vintage Port, Douro
    Twin Bottle Gift Pack

    This 2018 Late Bottled Vintage Port from Carvalhas is typically made from a single year's harvest, and aged longer in barrels compared to regular vintage ports before being bottled. This aging process allows the wine to mature and soften, making it more approachable upon release.

    Tasting Notes
    A ready to drink port that divulges a balanced bouquet of mature black cherries, nuances of cistus combined with dark chocolate and hints of wood. Full-bodied, fruity, dense, rich and firm with a great length of flavour, result of the prolonged stay in wood. These LBV Ports are ready to drink upon release but can also benefit from additional aging in the bottle, developing more complexity over time.
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    Price: $58.41 USD
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    Barros Port, 2018

    Vintage Port, DOC Douro
    Includes Barros gift box as illustrated

    The Barros 2018 Classic Vintage is from the heart of the Douro, a wine with a more delicate, mineral and balsamic character. This Classic Vintage is the result of the selection of the best grapes from vines at different altitudes and solar exposures in the Cima-Corgo subregion. Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Tinta Roriz are the three main grape varieties for this blend, which also comprises a small percentage of Sousão.

    With a deep red colour, this Vintage stands out for its perfumed nose, with floral notes well combined with notes of fresh fruit and spice. A voluptuous wine, with well-integrated tannins, juicy, with a firm structure and an engaging finish.
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    Price: $89.67 USD
    Stock: 34 in Stock

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    Calem Port, 2018

    Vintage Port, DOC Douro
    Presented in Original Gift Box
    ***16/20- Jancis Robinson***

    Cálem Classic Vintage Ports are born in the Douro Superior and reflect a myriad of terroirs that make up the classic profile of the label. The result of a blend from different plots of the varieties Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz and Sousão, Cálem 2018 Vintage Port maintains the identity of this historic Port house.

    4435 bottles of this Cálem Vintage 2018 Port were produced, in a category that is increasingly becoming a classic of this Port house.

    Tasting Notes Concentrated and with a deep purple colour, this Vintage stands out for its aromas of intense ripe black fruit, entwined with pleasant notes of spice and cocoa.
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    Price: $89.67 USD
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    Croft Port, 2018

    Quinta da Roêda, DOC Douro
    Half Bottle
    ***94 Points - The Wine Advocate***

    Very deep purple black at the centre, with a narrow purple red rim. Although the nose displays the seductive, opulent red fruit character which is a familiar feature of Roêda vintage ports, there are also intense, woodland berry aromas which add focus and finesse. As usual, the fruit is wrapped in an envelope of exotic balsamic, minty, eucalyptus scents. The first impression on the palate is of roundness and a rich, velvety texture but there is excellent acidity and well-integrated grippy tannins which emerge on the finish. The finish is powerful and very long with persistent crisp, red berry flavours.
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    Price: $23.33 USD
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    Dow's, 2018

    Senhora da Ribeira Vintage Port, DOC Douro
    Single Bottle

    The 2018 Quinta Senhora da Ribeira represents just 8% of the Quinta's production. It is more compact, a bit more standoffish compared to some of the other single quinta 2018s that I tasted. It gradually warms up, revealing marine notes, seaweed and oyster shells tincturing the black fruit. The palate is super-smooth on the entry with plush, saturated tannins, quite spicy and peppery with an assertive, structured finish that is quintessentially Dow's. Superb. 410 cases produced.

    One of the classic Douro riverside quintas, Senhora da Ribeira was acquired by George Warre for Dow’s in 1890. Since then, Senhora da Ribeira has been a fundamental component of Dow’s Vintage Ports.
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    Dow's, 2018

    Senhora da Ribeira Vintage Port, DOC Douro
    MAGNUM 1.5LT

    The 2018 Quinta Senhora da Ribeira represents just 8% of the Quinta's production. It is more compact, a bit more standoffish compared to some of the other single quinta 2018s that I tasted. It gradually warms up, revealing marine notes, seaweed and oyster shells tincturing the black fruit. The palate is super-smooth on the entry with plush, saturated tannins, quite spicy and peppery with an assertive, structured finish that is quintessentially Dow's. Superb. 410 cases produced.

    One of the classic Douro riverside quintas, Senhora da Ribeira was acquired by George Warre for Dow’s in 1890. Since then, Senhora da Ribeira has been a fundamental component of Dow’s Vintage Ports.
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    Dow's, 2018

    Senhora da Ribeira Vintage Port, DOC Douro
    DOUBLE MAGNUM 300cl
    Special order Please allow 7 days for delivery

    The 2018 Quinta Senhora da Ribeira represents just 8% of the Quinta's production. It is more compact, a bit more standoffish compared to some of the other single quinta 2018s that I tasted. It gradually warms up, revealing marine notes, seaweed and oyster shells tincturing the black fruit. The palate is super-smooth on the entry with plush, saturated tannins, quite spicy and peppery with an assertive, structured finish that is quintessentially Dow's. Superb. 410 cases produced.

    One of the classic Douro riverside quintas, Senhora da Ribeira was acquired by George Warre for Dow’s in 1890. Since then, Senhora da Ribeira has been a fundamental component of Dow’s Vintage Ports.
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    Dow's, 2018

    Late Bottled Vintage Port in Presentation box

    The 2018 Dow Late Bottled Vintage Port is made with grapes grown on the Quinta do Bomfim and Quinta da Senhora da Ribeira vineyards. There are Aromas of blackberry and liquorice on the nose are complemented by notes of cocoa, mint, roses and peppery tannins on the palate. Try pairing this wine with chocolate desserts or cheeses such as Cheddar and Manchego.

    TAsting Notes: The 2018 Dow's LBV Port opens with an alluring nose of ripe blackberries, plums, and subtle hints of spice. On the palate, it offers a lush, velvety texture with layers of dark chocolate, cherry, and a touch of black pepper, balanced by fine acidity that leads to a long, satisfying finish.
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    Price: $20.73 USD
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    Ferreira, 2018

    Vintage Port, DOC Douro
    ***100 Points - Wine Enthusiast****

    Ferreira’s historic Quinta do Porto estate is located in the heart of the Cima Corgo sub-region of the Douro, just downstream from the village of Pinhão. The 27 hectares are on steep hillsides on the north bank of the river with southerly exposure, resulting in Ports with exceptional concentration, weight and structure. The soil in the Douro Valley is made up of schist - a slate-like metamorphic rock that fractures vertically, allowing the vine roots to dig deep to access water and nutrients to sustain them through the hot Douro summers. 22% of the fruit for the 2019 vintage was sourced from a small field blend parcel of over 100-year-old vines.
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    Price: $128.65 USD
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    Fonseca Port, 2018

    Guimaraens- Single Quinta Vintage Port

    Tasting Notes Impenetrable purple-black at the centre, with a narrow band of violet on the rim. The nose is dense and compact, with impressive depth and background. The fruit quality is superb, a luscious blend of black and red berry aromas which is the hallmark feature of Fonseca’s vintage ports, mingled with notes of dark chocolate. Around this core of powerful, complex fruit is an aura of balsamic, minty scents. Although the nose is sensuous and seductive, there is an attractive firm edge, provided by graphite and a flinty minerality. The first impression on the palate is of silky smoothness
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    Price: $58.41 USD
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    Graham's Port, 2018

    Malvedos Single Quinta Vintage port

    The 2018 Graham's Malvedos Single Quinta is Typical Grahams in style with eucalyptus and mint predominant on the nose and black chocolate. Mouth
    plenty of grip and concentration with a long generous and velvety finish

    About the Vintage
    The 2018 growing season was a rollercoaster, consisting of a winter drought, a deluge in spring and heatwaves through the final ripening period. There was almost three times the average amount of rainfall in March at Quinta dos Malvedos, which meant that the growing cycle started later. As a result, the berries were more vulnerable to the heatwaves during the final ripening period, when temperatures reached 43ºC at the estate.
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    Price: $90.90 USD
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