Identity
| Producer | Real Companhia Velha |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 20% Touriga Nacional, 20% Touriga Franca, 20% Tinta Roriz, 20% Tinta Barroca, 20% Tinto Cao |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | sweet |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Dark red color |
| Aroma | Complex aromas of ripe red fruits, oak scents, nutty notes, vanilla, and dried fruits. |
| Palate | Fruity palate with delicate tannins, hints of caramel, balanced sweetness, and a refined structure. |
| Finish | Long and incredibly smooth finish with balanced sweetness and dry fruit flavors. |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with Serra cheese, nuts, raisins, crème brûlée, soft cheeses, and desserts. |
| Aging Potential | 5-8 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 19.0 |
| Aging Process | Aged in old oak barrels called 'pipes' with a capacity of 550 liters for about 4-5 years. |
| Fermentation | Fermentation is carried out in autovinifiers in contact with the skins until interrupted by the addition of brandy. |
Terroir
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand harvested from the best vineyard plots and placed in large granite fermentation vats with a capacity of about 7500 liters. |
Interesting facts
| Royal Oporto is a historic brand of Real Companhia Velha, founded in 1756 by Royal Charter of Dom José I, King of Portugal. The company created the first demarcated and controlled wine appellation in the world. |
Logistics
| Barcode | 5601109111151 |
| Weight | 1500 |