Quinta de Romaneira Reserva Red 2020 75cl

Quinta de Romaneira Reserva Red 2020 75cl

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  • Stock code
  • 6747
  • ABV
  • 15%
  • Colour
  • Red
  • Country
  • Portugal
  • Packaging
  • Glass
  • Region
  • Douro
  • Size
  • 75cl
  • Vegetarian
  • Yes
  • Vintage
  • 2020
Description

Description:

Quinta da Romaneira Reserva Red is a true gem from the heart of the Douro Valley, Portugal, celebrated for its profound structure and remarkable complexity. Crafted exclusively from the estate's old vines, this wine pays homage to the noble red Douro varieties, with Touriga Nacional and Touriga Francesa taking centre stage. The estate itself is steeped in history, having been established in 1757, and features dramatic terraced vineyards that benefit from schist soils and a diverse array of microclimates. Each grape is hand-harvested from these steep slopes, ensuring only the highest quality makes it into every bottle. Vinification is carried out in stainless steel tanks before the wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, adding further depth and character. The result is a limited production blend that embodies the very best of the Romaneira vineyard, offering wine lovers an exceptional Douro experience.

Tasting Notes
Appearance:
In the glass, this wine reveals a deep, vibrant crimson hue, hinting at both the concentration and the richness within.

Nose:
The bouquet is enticingly expressive, brimming with intense dark fruit aromas such as blackberries and plums. These are underscored by floral hints and subtle notes of spice, a testament to the complexity derived from old vines. Delicate undertones of oak, vanilla, and toasted nuts provide added intrigue, the result of careful barrel ageing.

Palate:
On the palate, the wine impresses with its generous volume and superb structure. Lush layers of ripe black fruits are complemented by lifted florals and a suggestion of dark chocolate, leading to harmonious spice notes and a gentle touch of well-integrated oak. Fine tannins provide a pleasing, robust backbone, contributing both power and elegance.

Finish:
The finish is long and rewarding, echoing the purity of fruit and the extraordinary complexity of the Douro varieties. Nuances of plum and blackberry linger, intertwined with subtle savoury elements and the freshness typical of well-balanced, meticulously crafted wines. Quinta da Romaneira Reserva Red is a wine that can be enjoyed in its youth for its vivid fruit and exuberance, yet it also has the potential to evolve beautifully with time, acquiring further nuance and sophistication for those with the patience to cellar it.

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