Lua Cheia Em Vinhas Velhas
Without a doubt one of the best value wines we have! When asked what the grape varieties were, the answer is always 'old vines'! Presumably, it is from some of the local favourites! Either way, this wine is full bodied and concentrated, yet still very fresh with ripe and round tannins. As on the nose, very aromatic palate with the same notes of blueberries and blackberries.
Without a doubt one of the best value wines we have! When asked what the grape varieties were, the answer is always 'old vines'! Presumably, it is from some of the local favourites! Either way, this wine is full bodied and concentrated, yet still very fresh with ripe and round tannins. As on the nose, very aromatic palate with the same notes of blueberries and blackberries.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green | |
Nose | Very aromatic with notes of blueberries and blackberries |
Palate | Full bodied and concentrated, yet still very fresh with ripe and round tannins. As on the nose, very aromatic palate with the same notes of blueberries and blackberries. |
Colour | Deep Garnet |
Fact Sheet | |
Fluid | 75 cl |
Grape Variety | 100% 'Vinhas Velhas' |
Alcohol % | 13.5% |
Style | Dry, Full Bodied |
Estate/Producer | Lua Cheia em Vinhos Velhas |
Country | Portugal |
Region/AOC | Douro |
Vintage | 2019 |
Making Techniques | 12 hours pre-fermentation maceration at 34ºC to increase enzyme function; pre-selected yeast; alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperatures (22-24ºC); light 'remontage' (pumping over). |
Closure | Cork |
Cellaring/Ageing Potential | Drink from 2018 |
Awards and/or Press Quotes | |
2014 | 16/20 from Revista de Vinhos (Portuguese wine magazine) |
International Wine & Spirit Competition | Bronze Medal |
International Wine Challenge | Commended in 2015, received bronze medal in 2016 |
Wine Enthusiast | 92 Points. ‘Getting past the heavy bottle, you find a structured and firm wine that has ageing potential. Dark and firm, with rich black-plum flavour and a concentrated texture, the wine is developing into a ripe, impressive wine. The mineral edge will integrate well over the next year.’ |