Wine Enthusiast
90/100
Reviewed by Roger Voss, May 2023
Colheita
Crafted from the remarkable yield of 2007’s outstanding harvest, this Colheita originates from the grapes cultivated at our primary vineyard, Quinta Vale D’Agodinho. Prepare to be captivated by its invigoratingly fresh and beautifully floral character.
2007
TASTING NOTES
Colour
Red brick
AROMA
Very complex with floral notes, dried fruits, fresh nuts, hazelnuts, candied figs, dried cherries.
PALATE
This Colheita displays perfectly Quevedo's style. It expresses a very young profile of sundried red fruits, raisins with a touch of mocha and cinnamon. It is sweet and round, with a long aftertaste that shows hints of vanilla and remainders of a tannic bite.
Technical Information
Grape Varieties
Touriga Franca (35%), Tinta Roriz (20%), Touriga Nacional (15%), Tinta Barroca (10%), Tinto Cão (8%), Others (12%)
SPECIFICATIONS
Alcohol - 19,18% Total Acidity - 3,9 (g/l) pH - 3,66 Residual Sugar - 112 (g/l) Contains sulfites
Winemaking Details
Viticulture:
Hand-harvested, sustainable and dry farmed grapes from own vineyards and sourced from neighbours.
Fermentation:
Totally destemmed grapes and fermented on the native yeast.
Aging:
Remained for two years in the stainless steel tanks. Then, this Port was moved to seasoned chesnut barrels and casks to age for 14 years, where it slowly developped more complexity through micro-oxydation. Filtered.
Winemaker:
Cláudia Quevedo
FOOD PAIRING
Cheeses, tiramisù, desserts with cinnamon
