Quinta do Noval 2008
The weather was cool in 2008 and ultimately this explains the low yields. As a result, our vintage lots turned out to be concentrated, structured and highly aromatic. It was felt that this smaller quantity of wine was too irresistable and so decided to declare it as a vintage
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The weather was cool in 2008 and ultimately this explains the low yields. As a result, our vintage lots turned out to be concentrated, structured and highly aromatic. It was felt that this smaller quantity of wine was too irresistable and so decided to declare it as a vintage
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
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| Nose | multiple layers of concentrated aromas of fruit |
| Palate | Elegant and suave with firm succulent tanninsand a very long finish |
| Colour | Very deep, dark purple |
Fact Sheet
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| Fluid | 75 cl |
| Grape Variety | Variety of grapes from the Quinta do Noval |
| Alcohol % | 19.5% ABV |
| Style | Port |
| Estate/Producer | Quinta do Noval |
| Country | Portugal |
| Region/AOC | Douro |
| Vintage | 2008 |
| Making Techniques | Matured for 18 months in wooden casks with a minimum capacity of 640 litres. Grapes are trodden by foot to obtain the must, then during fermentation macerate to obtain the best possible extraction in the lagares, the traditional stone vats from the Quinta. |
| Closure | Cork |
| Cellaring/Ageing Potential | |
Awards and/or Press Quotes
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| Jancis Robinson 18.5/20 | Mute nose, incredibly dense and glutinous on the palate with a spicy, peppery tang, grainy tannins, violets, plums and dates, and a very long finish carried by fine acidity. Powerful and muscular. Outstanding.' |
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