Old Vines | Red | 2015 | Douro

Intro: The old vines was one of our favourite wines in Portugal, it is also in several fine dining and specialty wine bar establishments in Singapore. The old vines that make this wine have 65+ years of age and comes from the best parcels in the vineyard.

Region: Douro (D.O.C)

Winery: Quinta do Javali

Grapes: Old vines that contain 30+ varietals including: Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinto Cão and Tinta Barroca

Aging: 20 months in French Oak

Tasting Notes: A rich dark red colored wine. The nose characterized by notes of ripe black fruit, with hints of stone of black plums, dark chocolate and cocoa nibs, bark, tobacco and some leather, throughout evolution. In the mouth, the structure is striking, with tannins well presented, elegant and harmonious, to contribute to a silky body.

ABV: 14.5%  Decant: 1hr+  Serving Temp: 16-18°C  Pairing: Grilled Meats, Cheese

                 Charcuterie, Steak