Product details
Quinta do Vesuvio is arguably the most magnificent estate in the Douro valley. Located in the beautiful and austere Port-growing region of the Upper Douro valley, its history dates back to the 16th Century. All of the grapes are hand-picked, with a careful selection being made. Vesuvio is one of the very few estates in the Douro where all of the wines are made using the traditional treading method in granite lagares, among the largest in the Douro valley, and offered exclusively as a single Quinta Vintage Port. Classic, monumental wines with fabulous rich fruit character.
Grape Varieties:
Traditional grape varieties
Tasting Notes:
Very dark red colour with hints of purple. A super rich concentrated nose of blackberry fruit and undertones of black cherry. On the palate showing huge body, luscious cassis flavours balanced by firm tannins, finishing with a fantastic exhibition of power and finesse.
Store and Serve Advices:
Store the bottle horizontally in a dark place with constant temperature, ideally between 12ºC and 15ºC.
Food Pairing:
Quinta do Vesuvio will surely make any lunch or dinner a memorable one. It is a fabulous accompaniment to chocolate desserts, such as chocolate pudding, but can also be enjoyed on its own - it is an experience in itself.
Allergens:
Contains sulphites.
Reviews and Awards:
. 91 points in Jamie Goode;
. 91 points in CellarTracker;
. 90 points in Wine Enthusiast Magazine;
. 89 points in Wine Spectator Magazine;
. 18 points in Jancis Robinson.
Disclaimer:
The photo shown is a copy of one of the bottles we have available for delivery. Keep in mind that the older the wine, the more likely the bottle will have some external dirt or slightly damaged labels. This does not mean, however, that the wine is not in a condition to be consumed.
The wines from our rarity zone are stored and air-conditioned in the most correct way so that the wine ages correctly in the bottle, but over time, the wine evolves and changes its characteristics.
We recommend that you carefully remove the cork and let the wine air for some time in order to release its natural aromas. Avoid decanting as it can be a very aggressive operation for old wines.
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