Quinta Do Portal Touriga Nacional 2019

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Quinta Do Portal
Label Name:
 
Touriga Nacional
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
Portugal
Region:
 
Douro
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Touriga Nacional
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
(Related: Quinta do Portal 2019 Grande Reserva blend earned Decanter 94, Wine Enthusiast 92, Wine Spectator 91

Tasting Note
Intense ripe black fruits (blackberry, black cherry, cassis) with violet floral notes, spice, dark chocolate and subtle smoke. Medium–full body, firm ripe tannins, bright acidity and a long savory finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, grilled ribeye/steak, beef stew, mushroom risotto, aged Manchego or Serra cheeses. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi/galbi), Cantonese char siu, Peking duck, Sichuan braised beef, Japanese teriyaki beef.

Production Method
Hand-harvested Touriga Nacional; destemmed and fermented at controlled temperatures with extended maceration. Matured c.8–12 months in French oak (mostly used). Produced under integrated viticulture with minimal intervention.

Vineyard Info
Quinta do Portal is a family-owned Douro estate (modern project since the 1990s) known for its Álvaro Siza–designed winery, site-driven viticulture and winemaker Paulo Coutinho; focuses on indigenous varieties and high-quality still wines.