Ratings
18 pts Revista de Vinhos · 17.5 pts Revista de Vinhos
Identity
| Producer | Real Companhia Velha |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | A |
| Grapes | 20% Touriga Franca, 20% Tinta Roriz, 20% Tinta Barroca, 20% Tinta Amarela, 20% Tinta Cão |
| Color | tawny |
| Sweetness | sweet |
Tasting
| Color Desc | tawny with golden hues |
| Aroma | Beautiful and complex nose with delicate notes of dried raisins, candied citrus fruits, ripe licorice, and nuances of aging in exotic oak |
| Palate | Rich and intense palate with smooth persistence, showing complexity and nobility |
| Finish | Smooth and persistent finish with harmonious balance and elegant intensity |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with Cuban cigars, dried citrus, and Abbot Priscos pudding |
| Aging Potential | Aged Ports like this can last decades, with complexity developing over time |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 16.0 |
| Aging Process | Aged for 30 years in the best old oak casks, providing a magnificent structure and harmonious bouquet with delicate aromas and exotic oak nuances |
Terroir
| Soil | Classic Douro terroir with schist soils typical of Quinta das Carvalhas |
| Vine Age | Old Vines, some reaching up to 100 years old |
Interesting facts
| Quinta das Carvalhas is one of the most emblematic properties in the Douro Valley with vines reaching up to 100 years old. The wine is a blend of old Ports aged in oak for 30 years, showcasing the expertise of Real Companhia Velha. |
Logistics
| Barcode | 5601109131838 |