Handford Wines

The very famous Quinta do Noval is almost unique in that it has not only its vines, but also its cellars in the Douro Valley (Most ‘lodges’ are in Oporto). So the ports age in barrel in a giant cellar carved into the hills below the vineyard. There are various parcels of vineyard of which the best known is Quinta do Marco. Wines are produced traditionally, in lagares and. In my experience, have a tendency to be richer and, perhaps sweeter than many. I do appreciate their commitment to Colheita ports, effectively a single barrel, vintage port.

The Wine

Origin of grapes - This red wine was made at Quinta do Noval using carefully selected grapes 100% grown on the steeply terraced vineyards of Quinta do Noval in the heart of the Douro Valley in Northern Portugal. Grape Varieties -Touriga Nacional 40%; Tinta Roriz 40%; Touriga Franca 20%. Age of Vines from 5 to 9 years old. Pruning Method Cordon bilateral and Guyot. Soil Type: Schist. Fermentation Method: Pump over, in stainless steel vats with temperature control at 25º/28ºC. Ageing 100% in French oak. Alcoholic Degree: 14,50% vol. Residual sugar - < 2g/l, Total acidity: 4,75 g/l AT, pH: 3,79. Tasting notes: Deep red color. Fine and delicate nose. Rich round red with full fire power! Slightly rustic but concentrated style, this is a dense wine with heaps of dark black berry and plum fruit and leathery, spicy herby notes on the finish. Well balanced, smooth, fresh and harmonious.

Single Bottle: £13.99

In a case of 12: £13.29