Real Companhia Velha Vintage 2012

Description

Vintage Ports are a selection of the very best wines from an exceptional year and represent only a small portion of the harvest.

The Real Companhia Velha Vintage Ports are produced from selected parcels located at their 3 Class A estates: Quinta das Carvalhas, Quinta dos Aciprestes and Quinta do Síbio. The centennary old vines of Quinta das Carvalhas are the spine of this great Port, with more than 30 grape varietals in one single parcel – a technique used by their ancestors as a method of spreading production risks – offering immense complexity and originality. From Quinta do Síbio and Quinta dos Aciprestes we get the strong character of Touriga Nacional and Touriga Franca.

Immense concentration with a magnificent bouquet of ripe fruit, floral nuances with hints of citrus creating great complexity. A firm and mineral Port, with great balance and elegance with lively yet smooth tannin and a long, lingering finish.

Pairing suggestion:  Stilton Cheese or Chocolate & Red Berry Tart