Quinta da Gaivosa Vintage Port 2008
75 cl
Quinta da Gaivosa 2008 vintage port is an 81 year-old field blend (a random mix of planted vines planted 81 years ago) that spends 2 years in oak. Best value vintage port I've tasted in years with ripe fruit and lots of peppery spice.
Quinta da Gaivosa 2008 vintage port is an 81 year-old field blend (a random mix of planted vines planted 81 years ago) that spends 2 years in oak. Best value vintage port I've tasted in years with ripe fruit and lots of peppery spice.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Nose | Aromas of red fruit, herbs, garrigue |
Palate | raspberry flavours with eucalyptus leaves and dry dark plums. Dense, with a powerful structure, but with the typical balance and elegance of Gaivosa. Great complexity and facing many good years ahead. |
Colour | Deep Ruby |
Fact Sheet | |
Fluid | 75 cl |
Grape Variety | Touriga Franca, Sousao, Touriga Nacional, others |
Alcohol % | 14.5% ABV |
Style | Dry, Medium Bodied |
Estate/Producer | Quinta da Gaivosa |
Country | Portugal |
Region/AOC | Porto |
Vintage | 2008 |
Making Techniques | Total destemming. Fermentation with the grape skin for 10 days. Long Maceration after fermentation. 15 months in new and 2nd year French oak. 12 months minimum time in bottle |
Closure | Cork |
Cellaring/Ageing Potential | |
Awards and/or Press Quotes | |
Wine Advocate | 91 Points |
J.P Martins Wine Guide 2011/2012 | One of the Best Portuguese Red Wines' |